Order of St. George, III Class Cross (European Émigré Production)

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SKU: 01.RUS.0109.104.01.004

Estimated market value:

$1,500 USD

  • Order of St. George, III Class Cross (French Exile Production)

Estimated market value:

$1,500 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Russia
  • Composition
    Silver/Silver gilt/Enamelled
  • Size
    58 x 50mm
  • Version Remarks
    Of Continental European manufacture.

Physical Description and Item Details


Silver, gilded in remains, enameled, on a decorative band ring. The medallions made of plastic placed separately, possibly. revised. Not hallmarked. Dimensions 58 x 50 mm. Weight 37 g.

History


This Order was founded by Catherine the Great. It was at first created as a purely civilian award. It was conferred upon those who served the state for at least 35 years. In addition, it was conferred upon those who had assisted during emergencies, epidemics, or famine, and those who had saved others from danger. It could also be bestowed upon the clergy and to those who had made distinguished contributions to their professions.

The Non-Christian version of this cross features an image of the Imperial Eagle.

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