Order of Australia
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The Order of Australia is an honour that recognises Australian citizens and other persons for outstanding achievement and service. It was established on 14 February 1975 by Elizabeth II, Queen of Australia, on the advice of the Australian Government. Before the establishment of the order, Australian citizens received British honours.
Queen Elizabeth II wearing the insignia of the Sovereign of the Order of Australia
Necklet
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A necklet is a type of decoration which is designed to be worn and displayed around a person's neck, rather than hung (draped) from the chest as is the standard practice for displaying most decorations.
The Apollo 13 crew, with President Nixon, wearing their Presidential Medals of Freedom on ribbons
Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour worn on a ribbon.
Commander's cross of the Legion of Honour worn on a ribbon.