Russia, Imperial. An Order of St. Vladimir, IV Class, c.1916 United Republic of Constructed of oval bronzed aluminum

Constructed of oval bronzed aluminum

with loosening of the oval applique evident

Second World War DSO Group of Seven

separated by wax paper dividers to protect the images

joined through the quadrants by Gold latticework

Russia, Imperial. An Order of St. Vladimir, IV Class, c.1916 United Republic of Constructed of oval bronzed 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.