Imperial Russian Preobrajensky Regiment regimental badge
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
before 1899
This Imperial Russian regimental badge, associated with the Preobrajensky Regiment, is a sophisticated piece of military insignia crafted from gold, silver, and enamel.
The crescent-shaped badge features an intricate design highlighted by a central Imperial Russian double-headed eagle emblem. The obverse is inscribed with dates "1683-1850-1883" and "1700", flanked by the marking "NO 19". The edges are finished with a delicate rope-style decorative border. Measuring 40 mm in height and 19 mm in width, the piece has a gross weight of 8 grams. It bears the "56" gold fineness hallmark and a Saint Petersburg assayer mark, confirming its production before 1899.
The badge represents the martial traditions of the Russian Empire and demonstrates the high-quality craftsmanship characteristic of late 19th-century military commemorative items. While showcasing significant historical detail, the badge exhibits minor surface wear and small accidents consistent with its age and use.
Evidence at a glance
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Physical characteristics
- Width
- 19 mm
- Height
- 40 mm
- Material
- gold, silver, enamel
- Gross weight
- 8 g
Technical characteristics
- Hallmark
- 56
Design
- Obverse
- Imperial Russian double-headed eagle, dates 1683-1850-1883, 1700, NO 19
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
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