The last Tsar of Russia (born 1868) who reigned from 1894 until he was deposed in 1917. In the wake of the Russian Revolution, Nicholas, Empress Alexandra, and their children were imprisoned and finally executed on July 17, 1918. DS in Cyrillic, one page both sides, 8.75 x 14, May 8, 1914. Decree to the Capitulary of Russia’s Orders, in part (translated): "In reward for special merits and labors accomplished by the persons mentioned below in respect to the organization of the agricultural and cultural-industrial exhibit of the Chernobor shore of the Caucasus, ‘The Russian Riviera,’ we most graciously dub them Cavaliers of Our Imperial and Tsar’s Orders.” The document goes on to mention five names and their newly bestowed orders. A cover letter from His Imperial Majesty’s Office transmitting the decree is affixed at the left edge. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Accompanied by a complete translation. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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