| Order of the Aztec Eagle | |
|---|---|
| Awarded by Mexico | |
| Type | Order |
| Awarded for | Services given to Mexico or to humankind |
| Status | Currently awarded |
| Grades (w/ post-nominals) | Collar Cross Band Medal Placard Venera Insignia |
| Established | 1933 |
| Ribbon of the Order of the Aztec Eagle | |
The Order of the Aztec Eagle (Spanish: Orden Mexicana del Aguila Azteca;) is a Mexican order and is the highest decoration awarded to foreigners in the country.
It was created by decree on December 29, 1933 by President Abelardo L. Rodríguez as a reward to services given to Mexico or humankind by foreigners. It corresponds to similar distinctions given to Mexican citizens such as the Condecoración Miguel Hidalgo or the Belisario Domínguez Medal of Honor. It is given by the office of the foreign minister on the instructions of a Council established for this purpose headed by the President.
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The Order of the Aztec Eagle is partially descended (in name at least) from the Imperial Order of the Mexican Eagle that was created by Maximilian I of Mexico on January 1, 1865. It consisted of two classes: the Superior Class only available to Heads of State awarding a Grand Cross with Collar, and the Ordinary Class consisting of the following ranks: Grand Cross, Grand Officer, Commander, Officer, and Knight.
There is some design similarity of the order with the coat of arms of Mexico, particularly the golden eagle holding a snake, which is associated with the Aztec civilization.
The classes are, in descending order: