Order of James I the Conqueror

The Order of James I the Conqueror (Orden de Jaime I, el Conquistador; in Valencian: Orde de Jaume I, el Conqueridor), established by Valencian Council Decree 12/2008 of 1 February, is a Spanish civil distinction awarded by the Generalitat Valenciana. It is intended to recognize exceptional merits achieved by individuals or organizations who stand out in the professional, economic, cultural, civic, or social fields. It is also awarded for services rendered in support of the development and progress of the Valencian Community; the recovery and enhancement of its culture, identity, or symbols; and the dissemination of the native values of its people. It is named in honor of James I the Conqueror, King of Valencia.

Under Council Decree 103/2008 of 11 July, individuals and organizations who received the High Distinction of the Generalitat are granted the Grand Cross and the Plaque of the Order of James I the Conqueror. The order has four grades or categories:

Grand Cross: Awarded to Valencians by birth or political status, it carries the style of Most Excellent Sir or Madam.