Original Imperial Russia 1914 Wwi Distinguished General Mobilization Gilt Medal

Original Imperial Russia 1914 WWI Distinguished General Mobilization Gilt Medal. Gilt bronze, 28.26 mm diameter. Very nice example of the rare Imperial Russian military medal for "Distinguished Efforts in the General Mobilization" of 1914; this is the only imperial Russian medal issued for WWI and the final Imperial Russia medal issued before the Revolution.

Obverse depicts central leftward-facing profile of Tsar Nicholas II, reverse with raised inscription reading "???????????????????????????????????????????????? " ("For Exemplary Efforts in Carrying out the General Mobilization of 1914"). Bright gilt medal with a few minor toning spots, nice ribbon condition.

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