Russia, Imperial. A Rare Medal for the 200th Anniversary of the Battle of Gangut Auction Archive 5 mm Ribbon Bar pinned

5 mm Ribbon Bar pinned in place above the left pocket

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approximate size 42/44

"" north of Barrytown station

battle-worn example

Russia, Imperial. A Rare Medal for the 200th Anniversary of the Battle of Gangut Auction Archive 5 mm Ribbon Bar pinnedConstructed of gilded bronze, on loop for suspension with its period original ribbon affixed to a pentagonal backplate, the obverse bearing a rightward facing profile of Tsar Peter I (the Great), circumscribed by name and title, the reverse bearing a stylized depiction of Battle of Gangut (a pivotal naval engagement in the Great Northern War marking the Russian fleets first notable victory), circumscribed by an inscription of I I I I (ADHERENCE AND