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Unique set of accessories for the regimental flag, Prague Infantry Regiment, Russian Empire, 1838. - Item details Description Unique set of accessories for the regimental flag, Prague Infantry Regiment, Russian Empire, 1838. This magnificent set consists of a pommel, a commemorative ribbon with a bow, a ribbon with tassels, a bronze bushing, nails for attaching the flag to the staff and a ribbon from the lanyard. The bronze pommel is very high-quality gilded, made in the form of a spear with a faceted bushing, inside the tip of the spear is the coat of arms of the Russian Empire. Top height 24.5 cm. Jubilee ribbon of the Order of St. Prince Alexander Nevsky (first, early version). On the front half, at the bottom of the ribbon is the monogram of the emperor, the founder of the regiment Peter I. Above the monogram, towards the bow, the year of foundation and the original name of the unit are embroidered ”1708, Bilsa Grenadier Regiment”, then the units that joined the regiment are listed in chronological order with the corresponding years. On the other half is embroidered the name of the regiment in 1838 ”Prague Infantry Regiment”. By decree of Emperor Nicholas I, on June 25, 1838, it was established to grant jubilee order ribbons to the banners and standards of units that had existed for a hundred years or more. The length of the ribbon without fringe is 143 cm. A bow is made from the same ribbon, on which the year, 1738, the ribbon was awarded is embroidered. The bow was attached to the ribbon itself using a uniform button. The width of the bow is 24 cm. A silver ribbon with silver tassels, the ribbon was attached to the top of the flag. The length of the tape including tassels is about 2 meters. A bronze bushing with remnants of gilding, which was attached to the pole below the flag. The bushing depicts a monogram of the emperor, the founder of the regiment Peter I, the year of foundation and the original name of the unit ”1708, Bilsa Grenadier Regiment”, then the units that joined the regiment are listed in chronological order with the corresponding years. Below is the name of the regiment in 1838 ”Prague Infantry Regiment”. Also included in this unique set are forged nails with spherical heads for attaching the flag to the pole and a lanyard ribbon, which was attached to the bushing. Such items are extremely rare on the antique market; this is a unique opportunity to acquire museum level artifacts of the Russian Empire. Good condition. More photos: https://costablancaauctions.com/lot/unique-set-of-accessories-for-the-regimental-flag- -1694 Condition Good condition