AUCTION 31: ANTIQUE ARMS, ARMOR AND DECORATIONS

A RUSSIAN IMPERIAL GOLD AND PRECIOUS STONES BADGE

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Start price: $1,800

Estimated price: $2,300 - $2,800

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A Russian prize badge is made of 56 gold in the form of two crossed branches, fastened in the lower part with the Latin letter V. At the center of the badge there are two miniature shoulder straps with red enamel stripes. The badge is set with cut diamonds, rubies, and sapphires. Engraved in the Cyrillic on the back.

Dimensions: W: 1 1/4 in., (3.2 cm.)

Condition: Excellent.