USSR Order of the Red Star

Description: The Order of the Red Star is a beautiful and unique addition to any collection of medals, pins, and ribbons. It is in very good condition, and it is a perfect opportunity for collectors to add a historical piece to their collection. From research conducted it is a type 6 v11.3 Real Awards (vs.long service) award, numbered 3625809 was made/awarded around 1967 during the Leonid Brezhnev era. The Order of the Red Star is a red enameled 47mm wide silver five pointed star. In the center is a silver shield bearing the image of an erect soldier wearing an overcoat and carrying a rifle, along the shield's entire circumference, a narrow band bearing the Communist motto in relief, "Workers of the world, unite!", the band below the soldier bores relief inscription "CCCP". Below the shield, the hammer and sickle also of silver. The otherwise plain reverse bores the maker's mark and award serial number. The Order was attached to clothing by a threaded stud and screw attachment.The Order of the Red Star was a military decoration of the Soviet Union. It was established by decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR of 6 April 1930. The Order of the Red Star was awarded to soldiers of the Soviet Army, Navy, border and internal security forces, employees of the State Security Committee of the USSR, as well as NCOs and officers of the bodies of internal affairs; to units, warships, associations, enterprises, institutions and organizations; as well as to military personnel of foreign countries: - for personal courage and bravery in battle, for the excellent organization and leadership in combat that contributed to the success of our troops; - for successful operations of military units and formations which resulted in the enemy suffering considerable casualties or damage;- for outstanding service in ensuring public safety and the security of the State Border of the USSR;- for courage and valor displayed during the performance of military duties, or, in circumstances involving a risk to life;- for exemplary performance of special command tasks and other outstanding deeds committed in peacetime;- for great contribution in maintaining the high combat readiness of troops, excellent performance in combat and political training, in the mastery of new combat equipment and other services associated with strengthening the defensive might of the USSR;- for merit in the development of military science and technologies used in training of the Armed Forces of the USSR;- for merit in strengthening the defense capabilities of the socialist community.The Order of the Red Star is worn on the right side of the chest and when in the presence of other orders of the USSR, placed immediately after the Order of the Patriotic War 2nd class. If worn in the presence of Orders or medals of the Russian Federation, the latter have precedence.

Price: 195 USD

Location: Quincy, California

End Time: 2024-03-30T18:15:40.000Z

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