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A jewelled gold and enamel jeton, 1914
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- height including suspension loop 6cm, 2 1/2 in.
of cartouche form with scrolling rocaille border, the front enamelled in translucent green over wavy sunburst engine-turning, applied with rose-cut diamond-set laurel sprigs and centred with the civic arms of Kuban beneath an Imperial crown, inscribed in gold in Russian 'To the Head of the Kuban Region and Appointed Ataman to the Honorary magistrate/ General of the Infantry M. P. Babych', the reverse with a relief figure of Justice, inscribed in blue enamel 'From the Judicial Department of the Kuban Region 1914', 56 standard
Condition
Excellent condition. The green enamel very slightly worn in places.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Mikhail Pavlovich Babych was born in 1844, the son of the formidable General Pavel Babych who was deeply embroiled in the extended Caucasian Wars of 1817-1864. Educated at the Voronezh military school, Mikhail Pavlovich followed in his father’s footsteps as a successful military administrator in this volatile region, initially joining the 6th Army Corps as a cadet.
In early 1908, on the orders of Emperor Nicholas II, Babych was promoted to Lieutenant General, appointed commander of the Kuban region and ataman of the Kuban Cossack army. In this role, he proved to be a vigorous advocate for the strengthening of law and order in Kuban and an active contributor to the growth of cultural and economic standards by opening numerous national, military and industrial schools.
By 1917, as General of Infantry, Mikhail Babych held a number of honorary degrees and awards in recognition of his achievements regarding the welfare of the region. On the abdication of the Emperor, Babych resigned his post, being unwilling to submit to the authority of the Provisional Government. Less than a year later he was arrested in Pyatigorsk and tortured before being killed by the Bolsheviks.
In early 1908, on the orders of Emperor Nicholas II, Babych was promoted to Lieutenant General, appointed commander of the Kuban region and ataman of the Kuban Cossack army. In this role, he proved to be a vigorous advocate for the strengthening of law and order in Kuban and an active contributor to the growth of cultural and economic standards by opening numerous national, military and industrial schools.
By 1917, as General of Infantry, Mikhail Babych held a number of honorary degrees and awards in recognition of his achievements regarding the welfare of the region. On the abdication of the Emperor, Babych resigned his post, being unwilling to submit to the authority of the Provisional Government. Less than a year later he was arrested in Pyatigorsk and tortured before being killed by the Bolsheviks.