Russia, Imperial. A Cross Of St. George For The Russo-Turkish War Of 1877-78, Iv Class, No. 72537, C.1877 Hold By November 14th

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Russia, Imperial. A Cross Of St. George For The Russo-Turkish War Of 1877-78, Iv Class, No. 72537, C.1877 Hold By November 14thA very sparse St. George Cross for the 1877 78 Russo Turkish War, consisting of a four armed cross Pattee in silver, obverse presenting an engraved figure of Saint George on the central medallion, reverse bearing royal monogram of Alexandre II on the medallion, arms are numbered 72537, with the class name on the 6 oclock arm, measuring 34. 31mm x 44. 55mm (h inclusive of the eyelet), strong toned silver, otherwise very good condition. Footnote: This