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Czar Nicholas I

Czar Nicholas I

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Czar Nicholas I

Czar of Russia (born 1796) who reigned from 1825 until his death in 1855. By crushing the Decembrist Uprising, he confirmed the autocracy of czarist rule, but disastrous losses in the Crimean War marked the collapse of his foreign and domestic policies. Manuscript DS in Cyrillic, one page, 8.25 x 11.5, March 20, 1832. An imperial decree to the Chapter of Russian Imperial and Royal Orders, in full (translated): "In reward for the excellent zeal and special labors by the Evidentiary Authority, We Mots Graciously award to one posted under the Minister of Finance in special assignments, Collegiate Councilor Serov the Order of St. Anna, 2nd Class, with the Imperial Crown decoration, and Architect of the St. Petersburg Technological Institute 9th Class Anert, the Order of St. Anna 3rd Class. Commanding the Chapter to furnish them with Certificates and Medals in accordance with the statute.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs And Artifacts
  • Dates: #485 - Ended October 12, 2016





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