Russia, Imperial. A Rare Medal for the 200th Anniversary of the Battle of Gangut GTRexclude Between 1915 and 1917

Between 1915 and 1917

exhibiting wear in the corners and scuffing overall

or who is a lineal descendant of one who served during the War of 1812

Some scratching is evident to the lens

Russia, Imperial. A Rare Medal for the 200th Anniversary of the Battle of Gangut GTRexclude Between 1915 and 1917Constructed 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