Russia, Imperial. A Saint George Cross, Iv Class certificate_of_authenticity with two crossed swords

with two crossed swords

The belt measures 798 mm x 46 mm and is marked on several places (but illegible due to faded ink)

some period enamel restoration otherwise in good condition

the ribbon bars mounted to a white metal cloth with brass support frame maker marked "GEMSCO N

Russia, Imperial. A Saint George Cross, Iv Class certificate_of_authenticity with two crossed swordsInstituted March 19, 1856. A IV Class cross, in silver, obverse bearing a St. George on horseback spearing a dragon, the reverse medallion bearing the cypher SG, with 4 on the 6 oclock arm, the 3 and 9 oclock arm presenting the impressed number 679257, measures 34. 3mm (w) x 40. 9mm (h inclusive of integral ring), weighs 11. 3 grams, suspended from loop, worn on replacement ribbon, small knocks and contact marks, lovely patina, in very fine condition.