Imperial Russian Medal – For Bravery 1807, Alexander I – A121

• Material: Brass (modern reproduction)
• Diameter: approx. 29 mm (1.14 in)
• Weight: approx. 12.5 g (0.44 oz)

This is a modern reproduction medal, inspired by the Imperial Russian “For Bravery” medal instituted in 1807 under Emperor Alexander I.

• Obverse: Profile portrait of Alexander I with the inscription “Alexander I Imp. All-Russia”.
• Reverse: Cyrillic inscription meaning “For Courage” (or “For Bravery”).

The original medal was awarded to Cossack officers and inhabitants of Russia’s frontier regions for acts of valor during the Russo-Persian War and the Russo-Turkish War in the early 19th century.