Imperial Russia IMPERIAL SILVER BADGE

[Zaim Qyteza]

Hi to all,

I find today in the market of Tirana this piece. Can anyone help me to identify it? It is 6 cm high.

Regards,

Artan

[Mathomhaus]

The pattern is that of the badge awarded to medical officers who received their doctorates at a Russian Universities or at the Imperial Medical Academy. It was first authorized in February of 1871.

You've lost a little of one of two snakes but it's still an exceptional find. Congratulations. Could you please show closeups of the hallmarks?

Thanks.