Russia, Imperial. An Order of St. Vladimir, IV Class, c.1916 Hold topped with dual silver aluminum

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

Footnote: This medal was awarded to NCO's and Men for campaign against Napoleon's Army in 1797

15 mm x 14

obverse centre featuring a partially enamelled white and red figure of St

Russia, Imperial. An Order of St. Vladimir, IV Class, c.1916 Hold topped with dual silver aluminum( ). 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.