Order of St Catherine (Russia). Star worn by Queen Alexandra c. 1865

8.5 x 8.2 cm (whole object) | RCIN 441523

Attributed to Wilhelm Keibel

Attributed to Wilhelm Keibel

Description

Diamond-set 8-pointed star with articulated arms; centre: diamond-set section of St Catherine's wheel surr by motto [trans: For love and the Fatherland] & ring of diamonds with Imperial crown at top, set with 2 large diamonds; R/: silver, gilt pin

Provenance

Worn by Queen Alexandra.
Presented to Queen Alexandra when Princess of Wales, whose appointment to the Order was registered on 25 May 1865.
People involved

Creator(s)

Attributed to
Search the collection Wilhelm Keibel
(jeweller)

Acquirer(s)

Search the collection View the person page Queen Alexandra of the United Kingdom (1844-1925)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

silver, gold, diamond, red enamel

Measurements

8.5 x 8.2 cm (whole object)
Groupings
Category
Insignia, Decorations and Service Medals
Object type(s)
identifying marks & symbols
insignia
stars (insignia)
devices (symbols)
Subject(s)
Genealogy and Heraldry
Orders (honour)
Order of St Catherine, the Martyr (Russia)
References

Other number(s)

SJP INS : Patterson, S.J., 1996. Royal Insignia: British & Foreign Orders of Chivalry from the Royal Collection, London – SJP INS 35b

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