Russia Bronze Medallic Orthodoxal Pendant "Nicholas II and The Virgin Mary" 1920 -s (ND)

Bronze 198.39 g, 114 mm; White Russian émigrés (Russians who emigrated from the territory of the former Russian Empire in the wake of the Russian Revolution in 1917); On the obverse side of the pendant, you'll find a finely detailed portrait of Nicholas II, the last Emperor of Russia, dressed in his military uniform. This portrayal captures his regal presence and the dignity of his reign. The choice of a uniform emphasizes his role as the commander-in-chief of the Russian armed forces and underlines the historical context of the time. The reverse side of the pendant is equally captivating, featuring an exquisite depiction of The Virgin Mary cradling the infant Jesus in her arMS . This religious image holds immense significance in Orthodox Christianity. The fact that this pendant was often hung under an icon or altar lamp highlights its role as a religious talisman, a source of inspiration, and a reminder of the White Russian émigrés' enduring faith and connection to their homeland. It served as a tangible link to the past, to the days of the Russian Empire, and the traditions that many émigrés carried with them as they sought refuge in foreign lands.; UNC