Russian empire. Award-winning silver medal "For the defense of Sevastopol". ( Eastern war 1853-1856) Established on November 26, 1855. The medal was awarded to generals, officers and lower ranks of both combat and non-combat, military and naval departments that made up the Sevastopol garrison and were located on the North side of Sevastopol; civil officials of all departments that were in the city for service; all residents of Sevastopol who took part in the defense of the city, including women. The total circulation of the medal is 250,000 copies.
Silver. Diameter 28 mm. Weight 13.61 grams.