In September 1944
measuring 196 cm (w) x 113 cm (h)
with dual functional magnetic metal hinges
plus two elongated rings in bronze gilt fed through light brown leather loops along the bottom edge
It is flanked on each side by tabs constructed of golden-yellow wool with buckram cores
Russia, Imperial. A Saint George Cross, Iii Class Newly Listed In September 1944Instituted March 19, 1856. A III Class cross, in silver, obverse bearing a St. George on horseback spearing a dragon, the reverse medallion bearing the cypher SG, with 3 on the 6 oclock arm, the 3 and 9 oclock arm presenting the impressed number 164346, measures 34. 4mm (w) x 41. 2mm (h inclusive of integral ring), weighs 11. 7 grams, suspended from loop, worn on replacement ribbon, small knocks and pitting, contact marks, lovely patina, in very fine