Russia, Imperial. An Order of St. Vladimir, Reduced Size IV Cross in Gold, c.1880 Hold he was discharged from his

he was discharged from his overseas service on return to Ottawa (general) service on October 1st

33 mm (h - inclusive of Imperial Crown with adorned cross)

measuring 67 mm (w) x 93 mm (l) x 24 mm (h)

maker marked “30” for “Hauptmünzamt Wien” on the reverse directly above the catch

measuring 65 mm in diameter

Russia, Imperial. An Order of St. Vladimir, Reduced Size IV Cross in Gold, c.1880 Hold he was discharged from his( . ). Instituted February 23, 1748. A rare reduced size knight in 14K Gold, red enamel arms with black borders, the obverse medallion is hand painted with a crowned red and ermine mantle with the monogram of St. Vladimir, the reverse bears the inscription 22 CEHTAPA 1782, unmarked, measures 21. 58mm (w) x 25. 42mm (h), weighs 5. 8 grams (including ribbon), worn on a correct replacement ribbon, enamels intact, of excellent quality, scarce, in