Imperial Russian Order of Saint Andrew collar segment, 19th century
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
séc. XIX
A significant 19th-century gold and enamel component of the collar of the Imperial Russian Order of Saint Andrew, historically associated with King Dom João VI.
The piece comprises four linked sections featuring the iconic heraldic emblems of the order, rendered in detailed enamel work. The assembly is accompanied by a secondary piece, described as an application in fabric decorated with sequins and metallic thread, relating to the Order of the Black Eagle. The primary collar segment exhibits signs of wear consistent with its age and historical use. The total weight of the collar section is approximately 60.3 grams, with a maximum length of approximately 25 cm.
The piece has an established provenance linked to the estate of King Miguel I and was involved in historical auctions of royal property in 1943.It bears no maker's marks, as specified under local regulatory frameworks for antique jewelry of historical significance.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Physical characteristics
- Length
- 25 cm
- Weight
- 60.3 g
- Materials
- gold and enamel, fabric with sequins and metallic thread
Design
- Motifs
- Russian Imperial Order of Saint Andrew emblems, Order of the Black Eagle application
Identification
- Source note
- Described from a single auction-house listing published on Invaluable (reproduced with Invaluable's permission). Details apply to that one example; other examples of the type may differ, and the listing is supplementary evidence, not authentication.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.