A Collection of Russian Historical Medals, the Property of a Gentleman
Russia, Alexander II (1855-81), Unveiling of the Monument for the Millennium of the Russian State, Novgorod, 1862, a gilt-bronze medal by P. Brusnitsyn, bare head of Alexander II right, rev. view of the monument, 87mm (Diakov 707.1). Gilding worn on high points and some minor marks, otherwise about extremely fine £150-£200