Russia Alexander III silver "St. Petersburg Monument to Victory

Russia
Alexander III silver "St. Petersburg Monument to Victory over Turks" Medal 1886 MS62 PCGS, Diakov 974.1 (R3), Smirnov-921. By A. Griliches, Jr. and A. Griliches. This massive silver Medal features the busts of Alexander II and Alexander III, celebrating the opening of a new monument in St. Petersburg which was cast using melted down Turkish cannons in a symbol of military victories over the Turkish Empire. Iridescent blue toning, especially on the reverse, is the visual highlight of this impressive Mint State example. This marks the first appearance of this particular Russian Medal with Heritage, and due to the size and condition it should be very popular with collectors. www.HA.com/TexasAuctioneerLicenseNotice

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Certification number: PCGS 54143396

Estimate: 6000-8000 USD