Description
Soviet Order of Glory 3rd class #778824
Made of silver and enamels. Measures 46.17 mm in width; 48.62 mm in height and weighs 22.5 gram. The serial number is located on top of its reverse.
This order is near mint condition with problem free enamels and all details crisp. It also shows a very attractive dark patina on its obverse. Its connection ring has not been cut and the order comes with its original steel suspension.
The Order of Glory, modelled closely upon the Tsarist Cross of St. George, was awarded to non-commissioned officers and soldiers of the armed forces, as well as junior lieutenants of the air force, for bravery in the face of the enemy. A person initially received the third degree, and would subsequently be promoted to higher degrees for further acts of bravery.
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