Russia, Imperial. An Order of the Noble Bukhara, I Class II Grade Star, c.1917 Hold constructed of a metal oval

constructed of a metal oval badge with an eagle at the top

each constructed of card stock-reinforced red wool and bearing four bands of dark navy blue threaded piping interspersed with gold bullion wire chevrons

A unique French-made Tsar Alexander II commemorative plaque

and with fullers running the length of each side

the Battalion was re-designated the 124th Pioneer Battalion

Russia, Imperial. An Order of the Noble Bukhara, I Class II Grade Star, c.1917 Hold constructed of a metal ovalInstituted 1881. In silver gilt and enamels, an eight point star of smooth rays, central medallion in blue, dark blue and green enamels, reverse offers a central screwpost with screwplate, marked denoting manufacture by Dimitry Osipov, and kokoshnik silver mark denoting composition, measures 82. 3 mm (w) x 83. 9 mm (h), gilt wear to arms, enamels intact, remains very fine.