Order of Saint Vladimir, Civil Division, Cross for Long Service (35 years, in gold)

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SKU: 01.RUS.0110.106.01.001

Estimated market value:

$5,000 USD

  • Order of Saint Vladimir, Civil Division, Cross for Long Service (35 years, in gold)
  • Order of Saint Vladimir, Civil Division, Cross for Long Service (35 years, in gold) Reverse

Estimated market value:

$5,000 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Russia
  • Composition
    Gold/Enamelled
  • Inscription
    Obv: 35 льт Rev: 35 льт
  • Size
    35x35mm
  • Version Remarks
    Sold by D.Markov/The New York Sale in 2008 for $11,000. A rare award.

Physical Description and Item Details


Cross. 4th Class. Special Award for 35 Years of long service. 35 mm. Ca. 1863-1882. By Julius Keibel. Hallmarked 56 (14K) on a loop. Also bears Imperial eagle mark on top and maker’s mark ‘IK’ on a bottom arm on reverse. Rare.

History


The Order was founded by Catherine the Great. It was at first created as a purely civilian award, and conferred upon those who served the state for at 35 years. In addition, it was conferred upon those who had assisted during emergencies, epidemics, or famine, and those who had saved others from danger. It could also be bestowed upon the clergy and to those who had made distinguished contribution to their professions.

This badge could be awarded for 25 or 35 years of service.

The military division of this order features crossed swords.

There are several variations in the size and style of the badge.

The obverse features initials of the Saint.

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