Russia, Alexander II, Medal for the Suppression of the Polish Rebellion (suppression of the January Uprising) 1863-64, St. Petersburg
light bronze variety, patina
The medal - Медаль "За усмирение польского мятежа" - was awarded since 1865. The decoration was established by a decree of Alexander II on January 1, 1865. The light bronze variety was awarded to soldiers from private to general, militia, Cossack regiments and peasants supporting the tsarist army who took part in battles against insurgent troops during the January Uprising of 1863-64. A total of 368,133 pieces were awarded, minted at the St. Petersburg mint.
obverse: dates in the center of the medal, inscription in the rim
reverse: tsarist eagle
bright bronze, diameter 28 mm, weight 10.70 grams
