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Auction: 323 - The Numismatic Collector's Series Sale
Lot: 505

Russia. Alexander III (1881-1894). Award Naval Dagger - Order of St. Anne -- For Bravery. 13 ½". Ebony (?) hilt set with gilt, crowned red enamel St. Anne emblem, gilt end-piece with crowned "A III" monogram and swivel pommel; gilt front end and crossguard engraved "?A XPA?POCT?" (for Bravery). E & F Hörster Solingen blade. Blackened bone or ebony scabbard. Gilt end-piece with floral ornament and two gilt loop bands, the top with fouled anchor. Rare. Normal wear, minor scuff on scabbard. Well-preserved.

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