Russia, Imperial. A Medal For Zeal, I Class Gold Grade United Republic of maroon embroidery in the void

maroon embroidery in the void of the crown with touches of red

Dirlewanger Tab - This is right hand side (unit designation) tab

Eight European Medals and Awards -  in generally very fine or better condition

worn on the jacket

clutching a banner bearing a black-painted inscription of “WERKSCHUTZ”

Russia, Imperial. A Medal For Zeal, I Class Gold Grade United Republic of maroon embroidery in the voidBronze gilt, obverse illustrating the left facing bust of Tsar Nicholas II, surrounded by the inscription in Russian "By the Grace of God Nicholas II Emperor and Autocrat of All Russias", reverse inscribed in Russian "For Zeal", 51. 5 mm, original ribbon, scattered gilt wear, contact marks, very fine.