Russia, Imperial. A Cross of St. George, IV Class. Archive inscribed “Aus Erobertem Geschütz” (Out

inscribed “Aus Erobertem Geschütz” (Out of conquered cannons)

horizontal needle style pinback with a barrel hinge and a round wire catch

the exterior exhibiting crazing throughout

silver gilt and enamels (John

with both swastikas (Hakenkreuz) filed off

Russia, Imperial. A Cross of St. George, IV Class. Archive inscribed “Aus Erobertem Geschütz” (OutInstituted in 1807. In silver, obverse centre medallion shows the right facing image of Saint George on horseback slaying the dragon, reverse of the two lateral arms of the cross bears the serial number of the award 816370, reverse centre medallion shows cipher of Saint George, 41. 1 mm (h) x 34. 3 mm (w), very fine condition. Footnote: The Cross of St. George award was instituted on 26 November 1807. The award was intended as a reward for undaunted