Bidspirit auction | Exclusive Collection of Imperial Russian
Exclusive Collection of Imperial Russian Decorations in High-Quality Museum Reproduction - This impressive set combines the most significant symbols of military and imperial honor of the Russian Empire in an exquisitely crafted execution. The centerpiece is a complete four-piece chain of the Order of St. George (1st to 4th Class) on the traditional black-orange striped George ribbon, with each cross distinguished by fine details such as the class designation and individual numbering. This ensemble is complemented by two magnificent breast stars: an eight-pointed star with the portrait of Catherine the Great, decorated with colored enamel and the imperial monogram screw clasp, as well as another star with the profile of Tsar Nicholas II, which gains particular depth through black-and-white enameling and the depiction of the imperial crown screw clasp. The heavy metal quality, the precise workmanship of the portraits, and the authentic gilding give these pieces an extraordinary charisma that sets them apart from simple replicas. Condition l-ll