The Order of Merit is an Egyptian order of merit. History The Order of Merit was founded by the Regent on behalf of King Ahmad Fuad in 1953 as a general award for meritorious service. Classes The order is composed of the following classes of merit: The order is composed of the following classes of merit : First class – Grand Cordon Second class Third class Fourth class Fifth class Insignia The ribbon is red with narrow white edge stripes and black edges. Sources World Medals Index, Republic of Egypt: Order of the Republic References Merit (Egypt), Order of Orders of merit Awards established in 1953 1953 establishments in Egypt