Russia, Imperial. A Badge for Service in the Suite of Tsar Alexander III Republic of Footnote: The Cross for the

Footnote: The Cross for the Siege of Solsona was established in Spain by the regency of Maria Christina

maker marked "Pareja"

and two punched holes

very sharp edges and points on the arms of the arms

loosening of the blade

Russia, Imperial. A Badge for Service in the Suite of Tsar Alexander III Republic of Footnote: The Cross for theInstituted 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