Russia, Imperial. A Crimean War Chaplain Cross, c.1856 Auction round disc presenting a high

round disc presenting a high relief side profile of Napoleon’s bust

enamel chipping on the reverse of the Grand Cross

He married Marie Louise Ballou

a high-quality exhibition example intended for display by discerning collectors and museums in extremely fine condition

measures 77 mm (w) x 118 mm (l) x 35 mm (d)

Russia, Imperial. A Crimean War Chaplain Cross, c.1856 Auction round disc presenting a highInstituted August 26, 1856. In bronze, obverse bearing dates 1853 1854 1855 1856 with monograms of Nicholas I and Alexander II, the reverse presents a cyrillic inscription, measures 58. 7 mm (w) x 102. 3 mm (h), light wear, with elongated suspension loop, remains near very fine.