Russia, Imperial. A Badge for Service in the Suite of Tsar Alexander III Hold and with its original black

and with its original black paper backing still intact

It was conferred upon Central Africans in recognition of meritorious service rendered to the nation

red cotton backer

featuring a 320 mm nickel-plated steel blade

Russia, Imperial. A Badge for Service in the Suite of Tsar Alexander III Hold and with its original blackInstituted December 27, 1894. In bronze gilt, a central monogram of Alexander III surrounded by a set of laurels, the reverse bears a single screwpost with a replacement back plate and screw plate, measures 43. 07 mm (w) x 57. 30 mm (h), weighs 27. 89 grams, heavy gilt wear, dark patina, a very rare badge in very fine condition. Footnote: A badge for adjutants General, staff and chief officers appointed to the retinue of His Imperial Majesty Alexander