Russia, Imperial. An Order Of St. George, Miniature "Émigré" Version, C.1925 Archive suffering severe gun shot wounds

suffering severe gun shot wounds to his hand and thigh

Monetny Dvor mint marked and number engraved "449740" on the reverse)

The blade sits securely within a ribbed nickel-silver upper crossguard

constructed of densely woven BeVo style machine embroidery in matte golden and black threading

of the 2nd Battalion

Russia, Imperial. An Order Of St. George, Miniature "Émigré" Version, C.1925 Archive suffering severe gun shot woundsIn bronze gilt, painted centrepieces, French made, measuring 18. 7 mm (w) x 21. 7 mm (h) inclusive of its lateral pierced ball suspension, intact enamels, scattered gilt wear, original ribbon with pinback, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of St. George was instituted in 1769 and awarded for meritorious military services or bravery in combat, in four grades.