Russia, Imperial. A St. George Cross, IV Class visually-hidden in silver with red enamels

in silver with red enamels

the sun and clouds above

Type II in top condition

the straps are fixed in position with stitching at the outer edge and with pebbled buttons bearing raised numerals “22” (Gefolgschaft)

Footnote: Ex Robert Kondor collection

Russia, Imperial. A St. George Cross, IV Class visually-hidden in silver with red enamelsInstituted 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 126525, measures 35. 1 mm (w) x 40. 5 mm (h inclusive of integral ring), weighs 11. 57 grams, suspended from loop, small knocks and contact marks, lovely patina, in very fine condition.