Russia, Imperial. An Order Of St. George, Miniature, C.1915 certificate_of_authenticity USS Breton had taken part

USS Breton had taken part in the capture and occupation of Saipan

with button hole attachment

His first mission was the May 10th

Somme 1916

Russia, Imperial. An Order Of St. George, Miniature, C.1915 certificate_of_authenticity USS Breton had taken part( . ). Instituted in 1769. In silver with red and white enamels, tiny characters etched on the reverse of the arm at 3 o'clock, measuring 16. 5 mm (w) x 16 mm (h), screwback, intact enamels, on a 33. 5 mm in diameter orange and black ribboned rosette with black cloth support, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of St. George was instituted on November 26, 1769 and awarded for meritorious military services or bravery in combat, in four grades.