Appearance
The insignia of all of the classes contains a five-pointed cross is made of gold and covered with white enamel varying in size depending on the grade of the award. An oxidized silver Vytis is centered on the Cross with rays between the edges. The reverse of the cross depicts the coats of arms of Vilnius, Kaunas, Klaipėda, Šiauliai, and Panevėžys. Inscribed in the center is "Pro Lituania" and 2002. The ribbon is red moiré, with yellow and green stripes at the edges. The cross is attached to the ribbon by a device which depicts the area for which the award was made.
- Columns of Gediminas: Civil Service and International Relations
- Three Oak Leaves: Humanitarian Aid
- An Open Book: Culture and Education
- Wings of Mercury: Business and Industry
- Staff of Aesculapius: Health Care and Social Welfare
- Crossed Swords: Military Affairs
- Torch: Sports
The rank of Grand Cross was awarded to Olympics swimming gold medalist Rūta Meilutytė on 10 August 2012 by Lithuanian President Dalia Grybauskaitė for her achievement in sports.
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