Description
Medal for Combat Merit #428993
Made of solid silver and lacquer. Measures 32.28 mm in diameter and 2.18 mm in thickness. The height of the medal is 37.26 mm including the eyelet and it weighs 17.2 gram without its suspension.
In above average condition with all details visible and light overall wear. Both sides show several small dings and scratches and the red red lacquer filling the lettering CCCP has been repaired. Its connection ring has not been cut and the medal comes with its time period double layer steel suspension and old ribbon.
Most likely awarded the second half of 1943
Excellent research potential
This military medal awarded for “combat action resulting in a military success”; “courageous defence of the state borders”; or “successful military and political training and preparation”. Also awarded for 10 years of service prior to the creation of the long service awards.
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