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Bulgaria, Honor Badge of the Ministry of Interior (MVR), Type 2, circa late 1970s - 1980s.

In brass with gilt, nickel plating, and "cold" enamels. Very massive riveted four-piece construction: the sword, scroll at the bottom and gold star are separate parts superimposed on the bronze shield. Measures 49.0 mm in height, 30.4 mm in width; weighs 22.5 g without the screw plate.

In outstanding, excellent condition. There is practically no wear visible to the naked eye, only a few tiny contact marks on the star. The enamel is pristine. The gold finish is nicely preserved and bright. The screw post is full length, nearly 8 mm, and includes original screw plate maker-

In brass with gilt, nickel plating, and "cold" enamels. Very massive riveted four-piece construction: the sword, scroll at the bottom and gold star are separate parts superimposed on the bronze shield. Measures 49.0 mm in height, 30.4 mm in width; weighs 22.5 g without the screw plate.

In outstanding, excellent condition. There is practically no wear visible to the naked eye, only a few tiny contact marks on the star. The enamel is pristine. The gold finish is nicely preserved and bright. The screw post is full length, nearly 8 mm, and includes original screw plate maker- marked "PV".

The badge was reportedly commissioned by the Bulgarian government to be manufactured in Hungary. This is the highest award to Bulgarian State Security and Police officers, an equivalent of the Soviet badges "Honored MVD Employee" and "Honored State Security Employee". A very scarce award.
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