Russia, Imperial. An Order Of St. George, Miniature "Émigré" Version, C.1925 Archive of the 2nd Battalion

of the 2nd Battalion

very minor enamel chipping to blue enamel obverse

284 of 6 December 1924 and is intended to reward faithful service in work

signed by Security Officer

office personnel and legal personnel after twenty-five years' service after their twenty-first birthday

Russia, Imperial. An Order Of St. George, Miniature "Émigré" Version, C.1925 Archive of the 2nd BattalionIn 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.