Russia, Imperial. A Saint George Cross, IV Class
Instituted 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 СТЕП on the 6 o’clock arm, the 3 and 9 o’clock arm presenting the impressed number 679257, measures 34.3mm (w) x 40.9mm (h – inclusive of integral ring), weighs 11.3 grams, suspended from loop, worn on replacement ribbon, small knocks and contact marks, lovely patina, in very fine condition.

