Medal · Russian Empire
медаль «За защиту Севастополя»
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Sold median$200
3 sales · typically $163 – $397
Matched by name. All classes, authentic single pieces, US dollars with buyer's premium; recent = dated sales of the last 10 years. Updated 2 Nov 2026.
The Medal “For the Defense of Sevastopol” [Медаль «За защиту Севастополя»] was a state award of the Russian Empire. It was established to commemorate the end of the Crimean War (1853–1856). This award is considered the first Russian medal issued not for victory or capture, but for defense.
Translated from the Russian Wikipedia (article), under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Sold: realised prices with buyer's premium, median and middle 50%. Buy now: asking prices, kept separate. Matched by name.
All examples
| Class | Sold median | Typical range | Sales | Buy now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All examples | $200 | $163 – $397 | 3last 28 Sept 2026 | None listed |
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eMedalssold
$125

Invaluablesold
$475
+ est. 25% premium ≈ $594 paid

eMedals
$200