Silver gilt, enamel; measures 30.1 mm in width; the flagpole is 26.2 mm tall; weighs 11.2 g. The reverse shows raised Moscow mint mark "MMD" with a "square" or flat-top "D", indicating that the badge could be issued to a member of one of the three convocations: 1970, 1974 or 1979. The serial number 291 stands for the electoral district of the member.

In very fine to excellent condition. There are a few tiny scratches that are barely noticeable without magnification, but the enamel still shows very attractive luster and is free of chips, flaking or other significant wear. Th

Silver gilt, enamel; measures 30.1 mm in width; the flagpole is 26.2 mm tall; weighs 11.2 g. The reverse shows raised Moscow mint mark "MMD" with a "square" or flat-top "D", indicating that the badge could be issued to a member of one of the three convocations: 1970, 1974 or 1979. The serial number 291 stands for the electoral district of the member.

In very fine to excellent condition. There are a few tiny scratches that are barely noticeable without magnification, but the enamel still shows very attractive luster and is free of chips, flaking or other significant wear. There is an attractive patina to silver on the reverse while the original gilt finish is fully present. The pin attachment is intact and fully functional.

The elections in the Soviet Union and all Soviet republics were of course a sham, as all "candidates" were picked by the Communist Party, and no opposition was allowed even in theory. Moreover, those who comprised the Supreme Soviet were lawmakers in name only: the Central Committee of the Communist Party in Moscow and especially its all-powerful Politburo called all the shots and determined policy for the entire Soviet Union as well as its republics. Nevertheless, members of the Supreme Soviet at the very least had a great influence in localities where they came from and enjoyed many benefits not available - and often not even known - to common citizens. Moreover, many of the top Communist Party and military "big shots" were also members of the Supreme Soviets. Whoever was the owner of this badge, he was definitely one of the "inner party" elite!

/A. Mekhonoshin, Breast Badges of the Highest Offices of Government, 1917-1991, fig. 1.2.2/

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