Russia, Imperial. A St. George Cross, Iii Class, C.1913 Newly Listed including the taking of the

including the taking of the Taku forts

A silver gilt Maltese cross with very think red enamels on the arms of the cross

CONTRACTORS TO THE DOMINION GOVERNMENT" maker's insignia

Faithful Service Decoration 2nd Class

Russia, Imperial. A St. George Cross, Iii Class, C.1913 Newly Listed including the taking of theInstituted in 1807. In silver, reverse impressed "No 75" on the right arm and "421" on the left arm (No 75421), measuring 34. 5 mm (w) x 41 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, contact marks, light surface wear, very fine. Footnote: The St. George Cross was established in a February 1807 decree of Emperor Alexander I, intended as a reward for "undaunted courage" by the lower ranks (soldiers, sailors and NCOs) of the military. On September 10, 1916,