Russia, Imperial. A Cross of St. George, IV Class. certificate_of_authenticity 291 killed

291 killed

Measuring 140 mm (w) x 198 mm (h)

flanked on the left and right with two amrs of red

accompanied by a customized silver filigree presentation frame

rheumatism

Russia, Imperial. A Cross of St. George, IV Class. certificate_of_authenticity 291 killedInstituted in 1807. In silver, obverse centre medallion shows the right facing image of Saint George on horseback slaying the dragon, reverse of the two lateral arms of the cross bears the serial number of the award 816370, reverse centre medallion shows cipher of Saint George, 41. 1 mm (h) x 34. 3 mm (w), very fine condition. Footnote: The Cross of St. George award was instituted on 26 November 1807. The award was intended as a reward for undaunted