Russia, Imperial. A Set of Cadet Corps Shoulder Boards GTRexclude topped by a Cyrillic inscription

topped by a Cyrillic inscription of “KIEV 1897”

field-made

inside a circular frame of leaves

A seldomly offered badge of superior quality

Russia, Imperial. A Set of Cadet Corps Shoulder Boards GTRexclude topped by a Cyrillic inscriptionA matching set of Imperial Russian Cadet Corps shoulder boards, each constructed of maroon wool with black wool underlays, trimmed with gold bullion wire tresses, and bearing golden monograms ( Cadet Corps), the reverse of each board retaining an integral strap perforated with a reinforced buttonhole, the former both retaining original brass buttons, both unmarked and measuring 60 mm (w) x 150 mm (l), demonstrating minor material fatigue, in overall