Description
Soviet Order of the Red Banner #180981
Made of solid silver and enamels. Measures 45.91 mm in height and 37.74 mm in width. It weighs 26.1 gram. The serial number and mint mark are located at the 6 o’clock position of its reverse.
This original WW2 order of the Red Banner is in a great, well above average condition. The details are crisp and the enamel only shows minuscule superficial flaking. The order shows an appealing layer of dark patina. The reverse is problem free and also shows a desirable patina. The connection ring has been cut and the award comes with an old steel suspension.
The Order of the Red Banner recognized military deeds. Before the establishment of the Order of Lenin, the Order functioned as the highest (and practically the only) military order of the USSR. Practically all well-known Soviet commanders became Cavaliers of the Order. Also awarded to NKVD personnel.
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