Gold wreath of laurel branches with plaited bunches of grapes. On the wreath is laid a gold double-headed eagle beneath three gold Imperial crowns with gold ribbons falling from under the large Imperial crown. On the coat of arms is a silver wavy ribbon with the dates «1577» and «1877» in dark-blue enamel. Below the coat of arms are the crossed sabre and mace and at their point of intersection is a gold Caucasian cross.
The size is 42 х 47 mm, weight is 18,67 g. (with nut), 15,65 g. (without nut). Condition is XF +. Last 10 years the same badge was appeared in 2005 at auction Gelos (Russia, Moscow, auction #30). It was sold for $28.000 (three years ago !!). Second times the same badge was sold in Morton&Eden, 2006,auc.24 lot 1082, VF 12000 GBR ($24000). For sale is also the photo of the Terek Cossacks.
Reference: V.Kempf. Imperial military badges of Russia, item 2.5.18.2, R4, price in VF condition is $28.000. Please look at here.
Estimate price is $16.000 - $17.000. Please don't hesitate make me your offer. I always can give you a good discount. Also if you have any questions please ask me at viktod@shaw.ca.