SINCONA Auction 99 - Russian Coins and Medals
Antike russische Münzen, Russisches Kaiserreich, UdSSR, Russische Föderation
RUSSLAND Kaiserreich und Föderation
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Nicholas I. 1825-1855
Gold medal 1826, Award medal for Usefulness. Dies by V. Alexeev. Head of Nicholas I to right. Rv. Circular inscription. 41 mm. Diakov 450.3 var. Very rare in gold. PCGS SP58.
About this type of medal, Diakov notes "Instituted in 1801, Given as a reward to 'merchanys', 'meschyanins' (members of the middle class) and peasants for generous donations or services to the government".