Russia, Imperial. An Order of St. Vladimir, IV Class, c.1916 Hold presenting evidence of period repairs

presenting evidence of period repairs to the interior

5 mm (h) inclusive of its swords and laterally-pierced ball suspension

topped with dual silver aluminum wire insignia bisected by white threaded tresses

and two Royal Canadian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (khaki embroidered wool lettering

Russia, Imperial. An Order of St. Vladimir, IV Class, c.1916 Hold presenting evidence of period repairs( ). Instituted September 22nd, 1782. In bronze gilt, a wartime issued IV class badge, in the form of a cross pattee with red and black enamel arms, the central medallions hand painted, measures 34. 7 mm (w) x 38. 34 mm (h), reverse 6 oclock arm marked K under enamels, worn on full length ribbon, obverse 9 oclock arm has been re enamelled, light wear, in near very fine condition.