Order of Saint Stanislaus, Type II, Military Division, I & II Class Breast Star (with crown)

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SKU: 01.RUS.0115.201.01.001

Estimated market value:

$10,000 USD

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Estimated market value:

$10,000 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Russia
  • Composition
    Silver/Gold/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: PREMIANDO INCITAT SS
  • Size
    90mm
  • Version Remarks
    Star with Imperial crown (placed above the center) was issued "for an Exceptional Merit" (issued ca. 1831-1874). Star measure approximately 90mm. The value is dependent on the period and quality of manufacture, and the maker. There are minor variations of the design and size of the star. A very scarce star.

History


Originally this was a Polish Order created on May 7, 1765 by King Stanislaus II, to honour the Patron Saint of Poland, St. Stanislas of Krakow.

This Order became a Russian Order after the Polish Rebellion of 1830, when Polish forces were suppressed. It was adopted as a Russian Order in 1831.

The version with an eagle was awarded to Non-Christians, and the version with swords was awarded to military personnel.

The obverse features an inscription, translated as "Encourages by Rewarding".

The earliest stars was embroidered in silver.

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