Russia, Imperial. An Order of St. Vladimir, IV Class, c.1916 Hold a fascinating compilation of wartime

a fascinating compilation of wartime correspondence in near extremely fine condition

topped with dual silver aluminum wire insignia bisected by white threaded tresses

15 mm x 14

seeing a whirlwind of action in Normandy

Russia, Imperial. An Order of St. Vladimir, IV Class, c.1916 Hold a fascinating compilation of wartime( ). Instituted September 22nd, 1782. In bronze gilt, a wartime issued IV class badge, in the form of a cross pattee with red and black enamel arms, the central medallions hand painted, measures 34. 7 mm (w) x 38. 34 mm (h), reverse 6 oclock arm marked K under enamels, worn on full length ribbon, obverse 9 oclock arm has been re enamelled, light wear, in near very fine condition.