Russian Empire. 1882-1908 Badge of the Order of St. Anne 1st class in gold. Capital pattern. On the reverse of the eye there is a test mark of 56 samples and the coat of arms of S-Petersburg. On the upper beam there is a stamp in the form of a state eagle (a sign of the adoption of the chapter of orders). On the lower beam is the mark "AK" - the workshop of Albert Keibel. On the connecting link, the stigma is the head of a woman in a kokoshnik.
The Imperial Order of St. Anne was established as early as 1735 as a dynastic award of the Duchy of Holstein (Holstein. or Holstein (Latin: Holsatia) is a former duchy in Seve. Germany, between Eider, Elbe, Grass, German and Baltic seas). In the state system of awards of Russia, he appeared much later. This happened in 1797 by decision of Emperor Paul I. The order encouraged officials and military of almost all ranks.
The cross was worn on a wide (11 cm) shoulder ribbon of the Order of St. Anne. (red with yellow border)
Gold, hot enamel, finish. In perfect preservation. Size 49.6*56 mm. Weight 22.6 grams (with suspension).
With complekt of the star #121756 price 17900 euros.