Original U.S. WWI Great Seal of the United States Coat of Arms - Recovered from Embassy at Petrograd by Angus Ward 17th Century “B-9194” written on the back

“B-9194” written on the back

Both grip panels are slightly loose

and have intact knobs for moving and securing them

kitchens lagging behind

Original U.S. WWI Great Seal of the United States Coat of Arms - Recovered from Embassy at Petrograd by Angus Ward 17th Century “B-9194” written on the backOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a lovely example of a wooden shield bearing the Great Seal of the United States, also referred to as the Coat of Arms. This sign was once displayed in on the US Embassy in Petrograd (present day St Petersburg) before closing in response to Bolshevik actions in 1918 19 during the Russian Civil War. This 27 x 22 painted wood sign is in wonderful condition with nearly all details present. The wood itself is in