Russia, Imperial. A Cross of St. George, IV Class. Hold which is plain with the

which is plain with the exception of a single small pocket set into the upper left leg

pinback hanger inscribed in black ink "FASSETT '97")

wrapped overall in multiple rows of ornately detailed pebbling on the obverse and reverse along with the sides on the grip

Footnote: This photograph is a rare depiction of British colonialism in India

on original triangular ribbon

Russia, Imperial. A Cross of St. George, IV Class. Hold which is plain with theInstituted in 1807. In silver, obverse centre medallion shows the right facing image of Saint George on horseback slaying the dragon, reverse of the two lateral arms of the cross bears the serial number of the award 816370, reverse centre medallion shows cipher of Saint George, 41. 1 mm (h) x 34. 3 mm (w), very fine condition. Footnote: The Cross of St. George award was instituted on 26 November 1807. The award was intended as a reward for undaunted