In brass ("light bronze"); measures 33.5 mm in height incl. eyelet, 28.1 mm in width; weighs 11.3 g without ribbon and connecting link. The obverse shows monograms of the two emperors, Nicholas I and Alexander II, who reigned at the beginning and end of the war, respectively.

In very fine to excellent condition, among the better examples we have handled in recent years. The monograms and crowns, as well as the raised lettering on both sides are essentially pristine and exceptionally crisp. Beside a couple of minuscule dings to the raised edge, the medal shows no wear visible

In brass ("light bronze"); measures 33.5 mm in height incl. eyelet, 28.1 mm in width; weighs 11.3 g without ribbon and connecting link. The obverse shows monograms of the two emperors, Nicholas I and Alexander II, who reigned at the beginning and end of the war, respectively.

In very fine to excellent condition, among the better examples we have handled in recent years. The monograms and crowns, as well as the raised lettering on both sides are essentially pristine and exceptionally crisp. Beside a couple of minuscule dings to the raised edge, the medal shows no wear visible even under a 10x magnification. The original "gilt" mint luster is clearly visible in recessed areas throughout. There is a blemish on the obverse at approx. 2 o'clock position near the edge, which is really the only noticeable flaw of this otherwise essentially perfect piece.

To summarize, this is a very attractive and uncommonly well-preserved example of the Crimean War combatant's award. The medal comes with a replacement connecting link and a modern St. Andrew ribbon.

Established in 1856, this medal was officially known in Russia as the Medal for the Eastern War. The light bronze medal was awarded to all military ranks who took part in combat in all theaters of the war.

/Dimitri Romanov, The Orders, Medals and History of Imperial Russia, pp. 174-175/; Mikhail Diakov, Medals of the Russian Empire, Part 5, 1855-1881, p. 67/
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