Russia, Imperial. A White Émigré Decoration, C.1925 Auction Archive McLaughlin and the 2nd Infantry

McLaughlin and the 2nd Infantry Battalion were welcomed by an enthusiastic crowd

otherwise beautiful case in extremely good condition

with a teardrop-shaped transparent moisture guard stitched into the crown

and is ideal for framing if desired

A wreath of clouds hung over the Cotswold Hills that day

Russia, Imperial. A White Émigré Decoration, C.1925 Auction Archive McLaughlin and the 2nd InfantryConstructed of gilded bronze with multi coloured enamels, consisting of a Cross Patte, the obverse with red enameled arms trimmed with gilt and black enamels, bearing a central raised medallion overlaid by a Romanov imperial eagle superimposed on a ribbed background, the twelve oclock arm with an integral loop and suspension ring connecting to a period original ribbon, unmarked, measuring 37. 98 mm (w) x 41. 81 mm (h), weighing 13. 1 grams (inclusive