Medal "For Bravery" 3 art. No. 272768 of the period of the Provisional Government

 An original and very rare medal on the St. George ribbon, folded in the form of a shoe. №272768. White metal, stamping. Weight 12.95 g. Diameter 27.9 mm. A new-made ribbon. Dyakov# 1133.17 — Wm (R1). Bitkin# 1169 (R1). From the collection of A.I. Vilkov. Guarantee of authenticity.

The Medal for Bravery was established on August 10, 1913 during the reign of Emperor Nicholas II of Russia (1894-1917). The medal was awarded to servicemen from the lower ranks of the Russian Army who showed bravery, both in a peaceful and combat situation. Civilians, subjects of the Russian Empire who committed acts of self-sacrifice, both in combat and in a peaceful environment (medical personnel), could also be presented for the award. The winners of the award were entitled to a cash payment, which was paid once a year. In the event of the death of the awarded person, the relatives (widow), the deceased or deceased serviceman, or a civilian could receive monetary compensation (only once, then it was not paid).