The Russian Empire. Mid-19th century. Badge of the Order of the Holy Equal-to-the-Apostles Prince Vladimir, 3rd class, Wilhelm Keibel workshop. On the reverse of the lower beam, the stamp of the master "WK" is Wilhelm Keibel, on the upper beam the state emblem of the eagle is the sign of the capitular order. On the ear is a metal sample "56" and the city coat of arms of St. Petersburg with the date "1856". Excellent condition!!! Very rare!!!
The lot contains photos of the reverse in different lighting conditions; daylight and artificial, which affects the background color of the central medallion - black or dark blue.
Gold, vitreous hot enamel, finish. The sign is made "flat" - according to the fashion of that time. Size 43*48 mm. The weight with a connecting earring is 13.5 grams.