Russia, Imperial. A Medal for Diligence and Art in Silver, c. 1899 Buy Now set on a 25 mm-long

set on a 25 mm-long magnetic metal core with a horizontal pinback and field-grey wool reverse liner

on an integrated loop for suspension

laurel wreath surrounds the voided centre

and Cross for Important Military Operations (Ereteken voor Belangrijke Krijgsbedrijven) AKA Expedition Cross (Expeditiekruis)

37 mm (w) x 34

Russia, Imperial. A Medal for Diligence and Art in Silver, c. 1899 Buy Now set on a 25 mm-longConstructed of silver, the obverse bearing a raised and leftward facing profile of Tsar Nicholas II, circumscribed by name and title, the reverse bearing a raised inscription of (FOR DILIGENCE AND ART FROM THE MINISTRY OF FINANCE), the edge stamped with a dedication of . (2ND INTERNATIONAL POULTRY EXHIBITION), otherwise unmarked, measuring 41. 97 mm in diameter, weighing 372 grams, in extremely fine condition.