Order of Vasco Núñez de Balboa

The Order of Vasco Núñez de Balboa is an order of Panama, instituted on 1 July 1941 (Ley No. 94 de 1 de julio de 1941). It is awarded for distinguished diplomatic services and contributions to international relations between Panama and other states.

Ranks
There are 5 ranks in the order:
 * Extraordinary Grand Cross (Gran Cruz Extraordinaria)
 * Grand Cross (Gran Cruz)
 * Grand Officer (Gran Oficial)
 * Commander (Comendador)
 * Knight (Caballero)

Insignia
The ribbon is purple with a yellow central stripe.