Brass, enamels; medallion measures 32.1 mm wide. The obverse shows the USSR and Afghan national flags. The reverse has the writing "From the Grateful Afghan People" in Russian and Dari.

In excellent condition. The enamel is perfect. The gilt finish is bright and free of blemishes; there is a minor amount of light tarnish on the reverse that does not detract. Includes the original unmarked screw plate. The old, clearly original ribbon is perfectly clean.

The medal was instituted by the Communist government of Afghanistan and produced at the Soviet mint. It was issued to a

Brass, enamels; medallion measures 32.1 mm wide. The obverse shows the USSR and Afghan national flags. The reverse has the writing "From the Grateful Afghan People" in Russian and Dari.

In excellent condition. The enamel is perfect. The gilt finish is bright and free of blemishes; there is a minor amount of light tarnish on the reverse that does not detract. Includes the original unmarked screw plate. The old, clearly original ribbon is perfectly clean.

The medal was instituted by the Communist government of Afghanistan and produced at the Soviet mint. It was issued to all Soviet servicemen upon completion of their tour of duty in Afghanistan.

For other awards issued by Afghanistan during the Soviet occupation, please visit our category

"Orders and Medals of Communist Afghanistan" (under "Communist Countries").

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