Russia, Imperial. An Order Of St. George In Gold, Miniature, C.1850 certificate_of_authenticity Portsmouth

Portsmouth

A complete I Class set

3 mm (w) x 41 mm (h) inclusive its laterally-pierced ball suspension

noted that Fryer was a "well nourished man" and that the "grip of (his) right hand (was) considerably weakened"

the right side buckle with the snake's head permanently positioned within the ring

Russia, Imperial. An Order Of St. George In Gold, Miniature, C.1850 certificate_of_authenticity Portsmouth( . ). Instituted in 1769. In Gold with white enamels, weighing 1. 8 grams, hand painted obverse centrepiece illustrating St. George slaying the dragon, measuring 15 mm (w) x 17. 3 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, intact enamels, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of St. George was instituted on November 26, 1769 and awarded for meritorious military services or bravery in combat, in four grades: 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class and 4th Class.