Bidspirit auction | RUSSIAN IMPERIAL MEDAL FOR EXCELLENT

RUSSIAN IMPERIAL MEDAL FOR EXCELLENT POLICE SERVICE - A Russian Imperial silver medal For Excellent Police Service is a state award of the Russian Empire, intended for police officers and firefighters. The obverse of the medal depicts a profile portrait of Alexander III. Along the rim is the inscription B.M. ALEXANDER III EMPEROR AND SELF-MODERNESS OF ALL RUSSIA. On the reverse is a four line inscription: FOR EXCELLENT POLICE SERVICE. The rim of the medal on both sides is decorated with a solid laurel wreath, bound at the top with a ribbon. Antique Russian Imperial Medals and Exonumia Collectibles. Total weight 20.5 g. Dimensions H 1 5/8 in. D 1 3/8 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.