№121711 Neck medal For Zeal AII
Russian Empire. Neck Medal "For Diligence" during the reign of Emperor Alexander II (1855-1881). Under the edge, the initials of the cutter "PM" -
P. A. Meshcheryakov
Established in December 1801. The medal was awarded to officers, lower military ranks, ranks of escort guards, police and fire brigades, civilians of all departments, including women, for length of service, as well as for various services rendered to the government, including for the fight against the revolutionary movement. military ranks for long service. Since 1856, breast silver medals on the ribbon of the Order of St. Anna was awarded to all lower ranks of the military and naval departments and Cossack troops for refusing to resign after 25 years of service. Since 1863, lower ranks began to be awarded after 20 years of compulsory service and after three years of service beyond the term. Since 1866, this rule has been extended to the lower ranks of police and fire brigades.
Silver. Diameter 51 mm. Weight 53.9 grams.
2590 € ($2849)
