Russia, Imperial. A Saint George Medal for Bravery, III Class consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac Issues consistent with light wear

Issues consistent with light wear are evident

00 mm x 14

the obverse displaying a crowned bear walking on top of a fortress wall

Type II (1848-1851) In silver with blue

Bronze Star

Russia, Imperial. A Saint George Medal for Bravery, III Class consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac Issues consistent with light wearInstituted 1878 by Tsar Alexander II. (Nicholas II, 1894 1917). In silver, presenting Nicholas II on the obverse, the reverse inscribed number impressed "No 47903" and 3 Class on the reverse, measuring 28. 30 mm (w) x 33. 51 mm (h inclusive of integral ring), missing ribbon, light silver wear, small knocks, remains in better than very fine condition. Footnote: The Medal for Bravery with Classes was founded by Tsar Alexander II on August 3, 1878. After