Attributed to Wilhelm Keibel
Order of St Catherine (Russia). Badge worn by Queen Alexandra c. 1865
9.2 x 6.2 cm (badge) | RCIN 441522
Attributed to Wilhelm Keibel
Order of St Catherine (Russia). Badge worn by Queen Alexandra c. 1865
Attributed to Wilhelm Keibel
Order of St Catherine (Russia). Badge worn by Queen Alexandra c. 1865
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Cross set with brilliants; centre O/: St Catherine with wheel & diamond-set cross, various initials; R/: 2 eagles feeding young in nest on mountain-top beneath motto. On diamond-set s/loop. Bow rose silk, silver thread at edges, motto in sequins
Provenance
Worn by Queen Alexandra.
Presented to Queen Alexandra when Princess of Wales, whose appointment to the Order was registered on 25 May 1865. -
Creator(s)
(nationality)Acquirer(s)
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Medium and techniques
Measurements
9.2 x 6.2 cm (badge)
Other number(s)
Alternative title(s)
Badge and star of the Order of St Catherine the Martyr
