Russia Silver Medal ND (1840-1855) - For Zeal - Nicholas I (1825-1855)

Russia Silver Medal ND (1840–1855) - For Zeal - Nicholas I (1825-1855)
14.57g. 29mm. VF+/VF+. Rare late type of portrait - with mustache. Medalier: A. Lalin. Bitkin medals 754.Б R2; Diakov 451.4 R1.Established in 1801 during the reign of Emperor Alexander I. Medals were awarded to merchants, peasants, and townspeople, as well as to the inhabitants of the national outskirts of the Russian Empire ("Asians") for various services rendered to the Government.