FUSILIERS LETTONS Latvian rifle battalion insignia for the lower ranks in silver…

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FUSILIERS LETTONS

Latvian rifle battalion insignia for the lower ranks in silver-plated bronze. With an attached thumbwheel. Some wear. Russia, privately made, early 20th century. Unmarked. D. 3.7 cm. Provenance Collection of Monsieur G.

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