Russia, Imperial. An Order Of Saint Anne, I Class Cross, C.1920 Newly Listed green oxidation spots on the

green oxidation spots on the obverse

near very fine condition with attractive old patina

Without ribbons

Military Parachutists

There is an embroidered manufacturer's label sewn in place just under the collar

Russia, Imperial. An Order Of Saint Anne, I Class Cross, C.1920 Newly Listed green oxidation spots on the( . ). Instituted in 1735. Civil Division. Likely of French manufacture, bronze gilt composition, portraying a red enamelled cross with ornate designs in each quadrant, the obverse medallion features a hand painted applique of St. Anne on enamel, the reverse medallion presents the hand painted initials A. I. P. F (Anna Imperatoris Petri Filia), marked BRONZE on the side of the suspension loop, measures 51. 50mm (w) x 61. 60mm (h inclusive of integral