The Most Esteemed Family Order of Laila Utama Darjah Kerabat Laila Utama Yang Amat Dihormati | |
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Awarded by the Sultan of Brunei | |
Type | State |
Established | 1 March 1954 |
Country | Brunei |
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Post-nominals | DK, DK I |
Precedence | |
Next (higher) | Royal Family Order of the Crown of Brunei |
Related | Family Order of Seri Utama |
The Most Esteemed Family Order of Laila Utama [1] (Malay : Darjah Kerabat Laila Utama Yang Amat Dihormati) is an order of Brunei. It was established on 1 March 1954 by Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien III. [2] The order carries the post-nominal letters "DK" or "DK I" as well as the title "Dato Laila Utama".
Before 1975, Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien III painted bust was the centerpiece of the order's design. Then a star and crescent moon took the place of the bust. All of the emblems are made of gold or silver with enamel accents. The post-nominal letters "DK I" are associated with the order. The right to use the title "Dato Laila Utama" is included in the order. [3]
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Awards were given to members of the Royal Family, princes from other countries, chiefs of state, and other deserving individuals. [3]
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