Pakistan – Tamgha-i-Khidmat (Medal of Service) – Established 1957 (تمغہِ خدمت – "Medal of Services")
The Tamgha-i-Khidmat (Tamgha-e-Khidmat) is a Pakistani civil and military decoration, established on March 16, 1957, under Presidential Order No. F.40(3)/Pres./57. It is awarded to non-commissioned officers (NCOs) and junior personnel in the Pakistan Armed Forces, as well as paramilitary and civilian personnel, for long and meritorious service.
While the design has undergone modifications over time, the current and historical versions retain similar core elements, symbolizing dedication, service, and national pride.
Specifications
Institution Date: March 16, 1957, by the President of Pakistan.
Awarded For: Long, meritorious, or distinguished non-combat service.
Eligible Recipients:
Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) of the Pakistan Army, Navy, and Air Force.
Junior Commissioned Officers (JCOs) in paramilitary forces such as the Frontier Corps and Frontier Constabulary.
Government employees and civil servants for distinguished service.
Dimensions: 49.75 mm (height) x 44.64 mm (width).
Condition:
Missing ribbon (please refer to pictures for condition).
Well-preserved details on both obverse and reverse.
Design Features
Obverse (Front)
Ten-pointed faceted star.
Superimposed five-pointed white-enameled star, a traditional Islamic symbol.
Centered crescent and star, the national emblem of Pakistan, representing progress and unity.
Suspended from a decorated suspender, often featuring the inscription "Tamgha-i-Khidmat" in Urdu script.
Reverse (Back)
Plain design on this specific medal (please refer to pictures for verification).
Some versions feature  in a circular pattern the recipient’s name (not present on this example). 
Suspension & Ribbon
Original ribbon missing (please refer to pictures for details).
Historical Context & Usage
Significance of the Tamgha-i-Khidmat
Recognizes non-combat contributions by military and civilian personnel.
Serves as Pakistan’s equivalent of a service medal, honoring dedication, loyalty, and national service.
Frequently awarded to:
Technical and administrative personnel in the military.
Government employees contributing to national development.
Security forces serving under federal jurisdiction.
Redesign & Variations
Initial design (1957) featured a simple circular or star-shaped medal with minimal ornamentation.
Later versions incorporated a more elaborate ten-pointed star design, enhancing its symbolic and aesthetic appeal.
Variations exist between military and civilian issues, with differences in metal composition, ribbon color, and inscriptions.
This Pakistan – Tamgha-i-Khidmat (Medal of Service) is a historically significant military and civilian decoration, recognizing meritorious non-operational service.
Authentic, well-preserved example of Pakistan’s premier service medal.
Distinctive Islamic and national symbols enhance historical significance.
Missing ribbon, but still a valuable and collectible piece.
For authentication and valuation, please refer to the provided pictures to assess condition, engraving clarity, and overall presentation.