Description
Medal for the Defense of the Polar Region variation 1 (WW2)
Made of gilded brass. Measures 32.24 mm in width, 37.22 mm in height including the eyelet and it weighs 17.2 gram without its suspension.Â
This medal is in decent condition with medium wear on its higher laying parts. Most details remain visible although there are several small dings and scratches on both sides. A fair amount of the gold plating is still present and the brass suspension and the worn ribbon are time period to the medal.
The Medal “For the Defense of the Soviet Transarctic” was awarded to all participants in the defense of the Soviet Arctic region – soldiers of the Red Army, Navy and troops of the NKVD, as well as persons from the civilian population who took part in the defense of the North.
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