Order of Saint George, II Class Cross (in gilt)

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SKU: 01.RUS.0109.103.01.003

Estimated market value:

$5,000 USD

  • Order of Saint George, II Class Cross (in gilt)
  • Order of Saint George, II Class Cross (in gilt) Reverse

Estimated market value:

$5,000 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Russia
  • Makers
    European Maker
  • Composition
    Silver/Silver gilt/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Rev: S.G
  • Size
    54mm
  • Version Remarks
    This example as a set was sold by D. Markov/The New York Sale for $5,500 in January 2013.

Physical Description and Item Details


Cross. 54 mm. Silver, gilt. Unmarked. Central medallion depicting St. George slaying a dragon over a pink background. Comes with a full length sash. Attractive, problem free.

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 badge features the image of the Imperial Eagle.

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