Russia, Imperial. An Order of St. George in Gold, Miniature, c.1850

(Императорский Военный Орден Св. Великомученика Победоносца и Чудотворца Георгия). Instituted in 1769. In Gold with white enamels, weighing 1.8 grams, hand-painted obverse centrepiece illustrating St. George slaying the dragon, measuring 15 mm (w) x 17.3 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, intact enamels, extremely fine.

Footnote: The Order of St. George was instituted on November 26, 1769 and awarded for meritorious military services or bravery in combat, in four grades: 1st Class, 2nd Class, 3rd Class and 4th Class.