Russia, Imperial. A Saint George Cross, Iii Class Newly Listed 1919 as the Chief Water

1919 as the Chief Water Tender

lined with champagne-coloured cotton

excellent quality manufacture

the 1939 Iron Cross I Class with a II Class ribbon

dated June 23rd

Russia, Imperial. A Saint George Cross, Iii Class Newly Listed 1919 as the Chief WaterInstituted March 19, 1856. A III Class cross, in silver, obverse bearing a St. George on horseback spearing a dragon, the reverse medallion bearing the cypher SG, with 3 on the 6 oclock arm, the 3 and 9 oclock arm presenting the impressed number 164346, measures 34. 4mm (w) x 41. 2mm (h inclusive of integral ring), weighs 11. 7 grams, suspended from loop, worn on replacement ribbon, small knocks and pitting, contact marks, lovely patina, in very fine