Russia, Imperial. An Order of St. Vladimir, Reduced Size IV Cross in Gold, c.1880 Hold NON CONFUNDAR IN AETERNUM” (“IN

NON CONFUNDAR IN AETERNUM” (“IN THE

The interior of the cap is fully lined with a black cotton/rayon blended fabric

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

measuring 65 mm in diameter

Russia, Imperial. An Order of St. Vladimir, Reduced Size IV Cross in Gold, c.1880 Hold NON CONFUNDAR IN AETERNUM” (“IN( . ). 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