A Collection of Russian Historical Medals, the Property of a Gentleman
Russia, Alexander II (1855-81), Quincentenary of the Battle of Kulikovo, 1880, a bronze medal by L. Shteinman and A. Griliches, half-length helmeted and armoured figure of Grand Duke Dmitry Donskoy left, holding sword and shield, rev. view of the monument commemorating the battle, 92mm (Diakov 877.1). Minor digs, scratches and edge knocks, otherwise extremely fine, very rare £500-£700