Russia, Imperial. Nicholas I Faithful Service Medal Newly Listed McGill promoted him to Professor

McGill promoted him to Professor of Ophthalmology and he was on staff at the Children’s Memorial and Alexandria Hospitals

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missing integral suspension ring from laurel wreath (sewn directly to ribbon)

above the plate sits a silver lion’s head in high relief surrounded by an ornate border

the reverse with an integral hinge and fluted banjo-style pinback meeting a round wire catch

Russia, Imperial. Nicholas I Faithful Service Medal Newly Listed McGill promoted him to ProfessorIn bronze, measuring 27. 7 mm (d), pleasing tone, a fine period striking, very fine. Footnote: This medal was struck in 1896 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Nicholas I.