| Order of the Dragon King (Druk Gyalpo) | |
| Type: | Order |
| For: | distinguished services to Bhutanese nation or people |
| Status: | Currently constituted |
| Head Title: | Sovereign |
| Head: | Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck |
| Grades: | First Class Second Class |
| Date: | 7 November 2008 |
| Higher: | None |
| Lower: | Order of Great Victory of the Thunder Dragon |
The Order of the Dragon King (Druk Gyalpo) is the highest decoration of the Kingdom of Bhutan, awarded in recognition of a lifetime of service to the people and Kingdom of Bhutan. Existing in two categories, it is the pinnacle of the honor system in Bhutan and takes precedence over all other orders, decorations and medals. Consisting of two Classes manufactured in sterling silver, the First Class comprises a Breast Star and Sash Badge while the Second Class has only a Sash and Badge.
It was founded on 7 November 2008 by the King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck to reward those who have devoted a lifetime of service to the nation and people of Bhutan.
The order has two grades :
The general display of the order depends on the recipient's dress.
In national Bhutanese dress :
In European dress or uniform :
The 80mm star consists of a large ornate gold plated back plate with an enameled border centrepiece in orange enamel, and a red enameled center with the Royal Symbol in gold.
The 60mm detachable badge bears the same design as the breast star, with a top suspension device for attaching to the sash.
The ribbon is orange with large white and darker orange border stripes.