Imperial Russia pre-WW1 Kiev’s Konstantinovsky Military School silver graduation badge, original screw nut; RARE

Description Russian Empire Kiev Military Academy graduation badge Konstantinovsky Military School pre-WW1 1900th KVU graduate pin. Multi-piece silver construction, serial number 3196, original back screw nut included. Rare early 1900th Imperial military academy in Kiev, Ukraine – Konstantinovsky Officers’ Military School graduation badge (Знак об окончании Константиновской Военной Академии в Киеве; серебро, литьё). Ex Ira & Larry Goldberg sale; this badge is guaranteed to be genuine or your money back. Fine quality multi-piece construction in gold-plated silver. Original “double-ear” silver screw-back lug nut is included. The badge is about 41.3 mm by 47 mm; total weight is about 30.1 grams. The larger cast-silver part of the badge is marked with B.P. hallmark and 84/”kokoshnik” silver fitness marks; serial number 3196 is stamped on the lower bottom part of the shield. Front side is missing red enamel of the central shield; original silver screw-back lug nut is unmarked. A rare badge in great overall condition, considering the age; a few typical dings and scratches are noted for accuracy – see photos. This rare Kiev’s Konstantinovsky Military School Imperial Russia Kiev Officers Military Academy graduation badge is not a later reproduction or a copy; it is guaranteed to be 100% authentic or your money back. Not cleaned; these are the actual photos. This type is rare in any shape or form nowadays; it’s almost impossible to find in such an attractive condition – don’t miss your chance to add this rare Imperial Russian badge to your collection! I have more silver medals, as well as world coins, badges, and military decorations in our store; please take a look at similar listings within our Coins & Paper Money section. Argocoins accepts all major credit cards and payments via PayPal as forms of payment. Please email me if you would like to make a credit card purchase over the phone. Old-fashioned checks and money orders will work as well; please take a look at the Payments section within our Terms and Conditions for additional details. Follow me on Facebook @argoman400BC to keep an eye on the latest additions and promotions. FREE USPS PRIORITY MAIL SHIPPING WITHIN THE U.S. FOR THIS ITEM! International shipping for this item will be $39 and up to most countries on our “ship-to” list. I do not ship to Russia under any circumstances!