Russia
Order of St Catherine the Martyr (Russia). Queen Mary's insignia c.1909
Gold, silver, diamonds, enamel, silk, leather | RCIN 441628
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Case: red, double-headed eagle on lid. Badge: cross set w. brilliants; centre O/: painting of St Catherine; R/: painting of eagles & nest on rock w. snakes; motto. Star: 8-pointed, set w. brilliants. Ribbon: bow, deep pink edged in silver
Provenance
Presented to Queen Mary (when Princess of Wales) by Emperor Nicholas II at Cowes, 1909
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Creator(s)
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Medium and techniques
Gold, silver, diamonds, enamel, silk, leather
