Russia, Imperial. An Order of St. Anne, I Class Star, by Keibel, c.1890 Auction Nova Scotia on February 6

Nova Scotia on February 6

Crews of select ships were eligible for the medal prior to May 1st

flanked by a date of “1959” (while in exile in Portugal)

Carefully protected by items original case of issue

indicating Cavalry and later Reconnaissance troops

Russia, Imperial. An Order of St. Anne, I Class Star, by Keibel, c.1890 Auction Nova Scotia on February 6( ). Instituted on February 14th, 1735. In silver, an eight point star of smooth rays, the obverse medallion featuring a red enamelled ring with inscription AMAN JUST PIET FID (Amantibus, Justitam, Pietatem, Fidem To those who love justice, piety, and fidelity), with two angels holding a crown at the top, all surrounded by a ring and an interior red enamelled cross, measures 88 mm (w) x 88. 5 mm (h), weighs 45. 38 grams, reverse in silver gilt offers