Russia, Imperial. A Saint George Medal for Bravery, IV Class, c.1917 Auction lightly soiled cover

lightly soiled cover

Instituted 1846

maker marked on obverse “Lorioli

A silver Latin cross with black and white enameled arms

Russia, Imperial. A Saint George Medal for Bravery, IV Class, c.1917 Auction lightly soiled coverInstituted 1878 by Tsar Alexander II. (Nicholas II, 1894 1917). In silver, presenting Nicholas II on the obverse, the reverse inscribed number impressed "No 369400" on the reverse, measuring 28. 23 mm (w) x 33. 59 mm (h inclusive of integral ring), weighing 15. 42 grams, missing ribbon, light silver wear, edge bruising, remains in better than very fine condition. Footnote: The Medal for Bravery with Classes was founded by Tsar Alexander II on August