Russia, Imperial. A Rare Medal for the 200th Anniversary of the Battle of Gangut Hold 7 mm (w) x 65

7 mm (w) x 65 mm (h) inclusive of its wreath and laterally-pierced ball suspension

Bois Carré

with enameled Burmese flag and wreath

Has been under hospital treatment about five months but foot is still flat and is painful in walking

Russia, Imperial. A Rare Medal for the 200th Anniversary of the Battle of Gangut Hold 7 mm (w) x 65Constructed 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