RUSSIA. Russian Soldier/The Pride of Russia Silver Medal, 1915. NGC MS-62. Diakov-1585.1. By Jacquard & Malyshev for the Russian Numismatic Society. Diameter: 33mm. Obverse: Bust of male soldier facing slightly right, in military uniform and wearing papakha; Reverse: Legend and date in five lines; star above; all within wreath. Deep gunmetal gray surfaces and a slight matte nature highlight this <strong>SCARCE</strong> medallic issue, especially difficult when encountered problem-free as is the case here. From the Sigma Collection.
