- Time Period: Pre-WW1
- Institution: 17 April 1900
- Country: Korean Empire (Korea)
The Grand Order of the Auspicious Stars (Sosong Taehunjang) was instituted on 17th April 1900 by Emperor Kwangmu, the last King of Joseon and the first Emperor of Korea. It was conferred upon civil and military personnel who had previously been awarded the Grand Order of the Plum Blossoms, in recognition of outstandingly meritorious service.
The Order actually functioned as the second class of the Grand Order of the Golden Ruler. It was only awarded in one class only (Grand Cordon).
The Grand Order of the Auspicious Stars Design
The Order features characters in the reverse that translate to “Auspicious Stars Great Decoration”.
