Jettons of Imperial Russia, by Robert Werlich,
original 1985 edition.
Hard Cover, 6 ¼" x 9 ¼" x ½" format, English text, 128 pp,
color photographs. A hard to find out of print classic by
Robert Werlich, a world renowned connoisseur of Russian
decorations and preeminent authority in the field of medal
collecting.
The subject of this book are Russian jettons (jetons), a
sort of commemorative tokens in a form of a badge that were
to be worn on a watch fob, attached to a cigarette case, or
simply kept as a memento. Many Russian jettons were made in
hallmarked gold and silver, often boasted high quality
enamelwork, and occasionally consisted of many overlaying
parts. Some were made by top Russian jewelers including
those of the famous Faberge firm.
When this book came out in 1985, it was the first catalog of
its kind. Not only it identified literally hundreds of
beautiful Russian jettons hitherto unknown to most
collectors in the western world, but also provided English
translation of the inscriptions and in some cases, brief
historical background, e.g. history of the military unit or
organization that issued the jetton. Even now, over 30
years after its publication date, this catalog remains a
great source of information for the English speaking
collectors.
We have only one copy available, in mint, never opened
condition, still in its original shrink wrap.
Item# 30652
$40.00 