Imperial Russian Medal Order Badge "For the storming of Akhulgo" 1839 A10a – Replica

• Material: Brass
• Diameter: approx. 29 mm (1.14 in)
• Weight: approx. 11.5 g (0.40 oz)

This is a modern reproduction medal, inspired by the Imperial Russian campaign medal “For the Storming of Akhulgo” from 1839. It commemorates the siege and capture of the fortress village of Akhulgo during the Caucasian War, associated with the resistance of Imam Shamil.

The original medals were produced in 1839 for Russian soldiers and officers, with 12,595 awarded at that time.