Measures 5" (approx. 12.5 cm) in diameter, about 3/8" thick. The plaque has a provision on the back to allow a length of ribbon or string to be inserted so that it can be hung on the wall. The back shows red "ЛФЗ" (LFZ) maker mark of 1960s style with the "в/с" indicating the highest quality rating and a separate stamp for the retail price of 1 ruble.

In very good to excellent condition. The bas-relief details are perfect without wear or smudges, whereas the background has minor amount dust which may wash out. There is a single shallow chip to on the reverse to the edge at approx. 6 to 7 o'clock - totally unnoticeable from the front when the plaque is properly displayed in a vertical position.

The plaque is a good example of the evolution of the image of Lenin in official Soviet iconography: he looks far less stern and combative than in the early portraits but not quite as relaxed and benign as in the later ones. This vintage piece can be a good companion piece to a similar round Stalin plaque by any maker.