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Military Archival Photo of a Decorated AF Major w. 2 Medals for Victory Over Japan, Soviet and Mongolian, among others. Dated 1954, EXC condition.
Large Group of Tank Corps Officers & NCO's of the Soviet Far Eastern Forces, 1949. F/G condition.
Cabinet Photo of AF Sgt. Maj. w. Guards Badge & 4 Medals, inscribed to his mother, 1945-48. VG/EXC condition.
Military Archival Photo of Hero of the Soviet Union Tanker Captain, earned HSU title on the 1st Day of Bagration Offensive in Western Ukraine. Photo taken in 1945-46. EXC condition.
Kerensky Jetton in Commemoration of the February 1917 Revolution, in gilded brass,
by Kuchkin Factory. Patriotic likeness of the last Prime Minister of the Russian
Provisional Government. In superb condition, very uncommon for a donation jetton
of this kind.
M 1935 Army officer belt with a with a "cut-out star" buckle and shoulder strap,
1936 - 1941. Large size, will fit up to 36" waist. VG condition.
About Lenin and Stalin, children's book of stories by N. Krupskaya and poems by famous Soviet poets, 1951. Full-page photo of both leaders together. A fine example of rabid sycophancy of late Stalin era. VG/EXC condition.
M 1943 Kitel Tunic of an Air Force Captain, 1943-1946. Comes with field
shoulder straps of WW2 style (5-sided). Small size, good condition. This
attractive piece was probably worn in combat.
Badge of Distinction of the Military Order of St George, 4th cl., #57879, Russo-
Turkish War issue. EXC condition, extremely rare for an award of its vintage.
Military ID of a Musician w. 2nd Rifle Brigade, 2nd Ukrainian Soviet Division, 1919. VG/EXC condition.
Military ID of a Driver w. 1st Infantry Brigade, 10th Rifle Division, RKKA, 1919. VG condition.
Iron Cross 2nd cl., 1939 type maker-marked "55" on the jump ring, by J.E. Hammer &
Söhne. Scarce piece in superb condition; includes original ribbon.
Order of the Patriotic War 1st cl., Type 3, #1647018, 1985. The serial number is very low for the 1985 "jubilee" version. VF to EXC condition.
Russian Civil War Poster Bolsheviks' Atrocities in Churches, c. 1918-20. Extremely Rare in Large Poster Format. VG condition.
60th Anniversary of the Moscow Higher Border Guards School of the KGB, commemorative badge, 1992. EXC condition.
3rd Rognedinskaya Partisan Brigade, Veteran's Badge, c. 1970s-80s. Uncommon piece issued to a former member of a relatively small partisan unit that operated in the Bryansk Region of western Russia. Excellent condition.
Partisan of the Bryansk Region, Veteran's Badge, c. 1980s. EXC condition.
Medal for Irreproachable Service in KGB, 2nd cl. (for 15 years of service). Near Mint condition - literally impossible to upgrade.
Medal for Victory over Germany, Var. 1, c. 1945-47. Near Mint condition, impossible to upgrade. Comes on an early two-layer suspension in brass and steel with beautifully preserved old ribbon.
The War Between Russia and Turkey, WW1 lithographic poster, November 1914. EXC condition.
Medal for Meritorious Labor during the Great Patriotic War, Var. 1 (with separate ring), c. 1945-47. Near Mint example, literally impossible to upgrade. Comes on original suspension.
Partisan Medal, 1st cl., variation w. raised border on the obverse and "snub-nosed" portrait of Lenin, c. 1940s-50s. VF condition; includes original WW2 suspension.
Hell's Puppet, Large 19x27" Russian Civil War Poster w. Caricatures of Baron Wrangel and the Entente Alliance, c. 1919. VG condition.
Medal for Victory over Japan, Var. 1, circa 1945-47. EXC condition, an outstanding
example on early post-war suspension.
40th Anniversary of the Technical Directorate of the Northern Fleet, Commemorative
Badge, 1980. Nicely made piece in brass and enamels. EXC condition.
Destruction of Austrian Squad by Shrapnel Fire During the Capture of Kyrle-Baba Pass in the Carpathians, 1915 lithograph. VG condition.
Medal for Combat Service, Type 2, Var. 2, #1336340, c. late 1944. Superb WW2 example on original suspension w. old ribbon.
Participant's Badge of the Firefighting Competition Baltija-12 in Kuldiga, Latvian SSR, 1983. EXC condition.
Medal for Good Service, 1980-1992. VF / EXC condition, far better than the
average for this medal. Includes scarce original ribbon.
Medal for 70th Anniversary of Restoring Independence of Afghanistan, 1989. EXC
condition.
Medal for Service in State Security ("KhAD Medal"), 1987-1992. Often referred to as the "Afghan KGB Medal". Near Mint condition.
Medal for 10th Anniversary of Socialist Afghanistan, 1988. Superb condition.
Two Soviet officers near a BMW 340 sedan, "the Communist BMW", c. late 1940s - early 50s. A rare photo probably taken in Soviet-occupied part of Germany. VG condition.
Badge for 10 Years of Service in Volunteer Fire Department of Latvian SSR, 18-mm
"lapel" version w. "hot-baked" enamel and pin attachment, c. 1960. EXC condition.
Badge for 10 Years of Service in Volunteer Fire Department of Latvian SSR, c. 1960s-70s. Screw back, 2-piece version w. "cold" enamels. EXC condition.
Badge for Excellent Work, Ministry of Culture of the USSR, 1980s.
Air Force Pilot badge, 2nd cl., 1966 type. Attractive set of Soviet military pilot's wings in EXC condition.
Russian Civil War Poster Celebrating the 3rd Anniversary of October Revolution, 1920. VG condition. Uncanny and probably deliberate facial resemblance of the horseman with Leon Trotsky.
Large 23x36" War Bonds Ad Poster Everything For the Victory!, 1943. VG condition.
Order of the Patriotic War, 2nd cl., Type 3, #5916646, 1985. Less common variation w/o depression around the screw post. Near mint example, literally impossible to upgrade.
Two Red Army Officers in Winter Gear, in Pundolovo, Leningrad Region, place of deportation of Finnish residents in 1942. Dated 3 Dec. 1943. VG condition.
Ushanka Winter Fur Hat for Navy Enlisted Sailor, dated 1985. Nicely Marked
and comes w. attached original manufacturer's tag and tin seal. Size 58 (US
size 7 ¼). Unused near mint condition.
AF Sergeant in Visor Hat, c. late 1920s. Uncommon early photo, EXC condition
Large photo of 2 EMs and a sgt. in Budyonovka cloth helmets, posing theatrically on a river bank, dated March 1941. VG/EXC condition.
Award Certificate for the Sino-Soviet Friendship Medal w. Official Typographically
Printed Russian Translation showing the name of the Soviet recipient and stamp of
his military unit, 1955.
Group of Airmen in Flight Gear in Front of 2 Biplanes, c. 1930s - early 40s. VG/EXC condition.
Red Army Conscript, full standing photo portrait inscribed to brother, dated 15 May 1949. VG/EXC condition.
Medal of Sino-Soviet Friendship, 1951 issue. The first version of the medal,
awarded to Soviet military advisors during the early period of the Korean War. VF
condition; includes scarce original ribbon and star.
Excellent MVD Firefighter, unnumbered, circa mid- to late 1980s. Beautiful
quality
3-piece construction badge in brass and enamels, mint marked. Near mint condition.
Japan, Order of the Sacred Treasure, Grand Cordon Set, Mint Marked, incl. Star, Sash
Badge, and Sash. VF/EXC condition.
Army Proficiency badge (for enlisted men), 1st cl., late 1950s -1960s pin back in
brass and enamels. Maker-marked piece in EXC condition.
Canteen Pouch, circa 1940s. In soft olive-green canvas with a drawstring and metal button. EXC condition.
Armored Corps Officer Dress Visor Hat, dated 1971. Nicely marked by
Moscow's Zarnitsa Factory. Size 56 (Medium). EXC condition.
Portrait of Stalin, 15x18" Embroidery in Wool on Canvas, w. Marshal's Star Accented with Pearls, c. late 1940s. Unique original artwork in EXC condition.
Medal for Distinguished Labor, Type 1, Var. 1 ("Mondvor"), #9528, c. 1940. EXC
condition; includes complete original triangular suspension and old ribbon.
Japan, Medal of Honor, Dark Blue Ribbon, incl. lapel pin, in original fitted issue
box. VF/EXC condition.
Group of 5 Young Red Army Officers and NCO, incl. 2 Highly Decorated w. 2 Orders of Glory and Other Combat Awards, c. 1945. EXC condition.
A Sr. Sgt. w. 2 Orders of Glory, Order of the Red Star, and Guards Badge, dated 10 Sept. 1945. Good condition.
Military Archival Photo of a Red Army Signal Corps Major, Veteran of the War w. Japan, 1951. VG/EXC condition.
Japan, Order of the Sacred Treasure 3rd cl., post-2003 type on white enameled
paulownia crest suspension, in original fitted issue case. EXC condition.
Collection of 53 letters from a Wehrmacht soldier with the 297th Infantry Division,
destroyed in the Battle of Stalingrad, 1940-41. EXC condition.
Russian Empire, M 1881/1909 Dragoon Officer Shashka, 1909-1917. The blade is
beautifully etched with imperial double-headed eagle, Nicholas II cypher, and
Zlatoust factory mark. Good condition.
Coffee Set of 8: 4 pairs of Porcelain Cups & Saucers, in cobalt blue w. 22K gold leaf embellishments, by LFZ, 1960s. VG/EXC condition
Badge of Distinction of the Military Order of St. George, 3rd cl., #6128, Early
"Turkish War" Type issued for the Russo-Japanese War of 1904-1905. The
recipient, a sr. warrant officer of the 12th Siberian Rifles, later received a St.
George 2nd cl. for the same conflict. A very rare piece in VF condition.
Red Army Corps Commander Albert Lapin, AF, Special Red Banner Far Eastern Army, 1935-36. Perished in Stalin's Purge in 1937. VG/EXC condition.
Large Portraits of Lenin and Stalin, Hand-Made Embroidery on Canvas in Celebration of the 21st Anniversary of October Revolution, 1938. One-of-a-kind piece in VG/EXC condition.
Brazil, Order of St. Paul the Apostle, Commander Cross, VF/EXC condition.
Italy, Order of the Crown of Italy, Commander Cross on modified original neck
ribbon.
UK, Order of St. John, miniature, in original fitted issue case, by R. Gaunt, maker
marked. VF condition.
Medal for Restoration of the Ferrous Metallurgy of the South, late 1940s - early 50s. Superb example on original suspension.
Cap Badge of an Officer of the Imperial Railroad Transportation Ministry, rare
"deluxe" version in glazed porcelain, c. 1890s - early 1900s. Well-made, maker-
marked piece in
VF / EXC condition.
Military Archival Photo of a Decorated Red Army Sr. Lt., Motor Transport Technician, 1948. EXC condition.
Leningrad Institute of Aviation Industry (LIAP), graduate badge, circa 1980s. EXC
condition.
Military Archival Photo of an AF Lieutenant in M35 Dress Uniform w. Early Badge of AF Technical School Graduate and Flight Personnel Sleeve Wings, c. late 1930s. VG/EXC condition.
Three Red Army Officers in Greatcoats and Visor Hats, inscribed, dated 1939. F/G condition.
Lot of 2 Photos of Female Cadets and Graduates of Bataysk Civil Aviation School, signed and dated, 1939. VG condition.
Japan, Order of the Sacred Treasure 5th cl., in original fitted issue box. EXC
condition.
Red Army EM / NCO leather field belt with steel buckle, late 1930s - early 1940s.
XXL size (will fit up to 44") waist, superb condition - literally the best
we've handled in many years.
Pilotka Side Cap, dated 1941. A very rare well-preserved and nicely
marked example from the first year of the Patriotic War. Size 57 (US 7 1/8 /
Medium).
Japan, Order of the Golden Kite, 7th cl., incl. lapel pin, in original fitted issue
case, 1890-1947. EXC condition.
Three AF Enlisted Men, Possibly Aviation School Cadets, c. late 1930s - early 40s. EXC condition.
Two AF Corporals, One w. Early Parachute Jump Badge, c. early 1940s. VG condition.
Red Army Acrobatics Exercise, c. late 1920s - early 30s. VG/EXC condition.
Large Award Document for Order of the Rising Sun 3rd class, in original issue tube.
VG/EXC condition.
Excellent Rifleman badge, late 1940s. Scarce early variation by MTkh w. characteristically "square" top portion and narrow shield. EXC condition.
Officer's Leather Map Case, larger size, dated 1936. Pre-war / early
WW2 model in high-quality leather w. detachable pencils / map tools insert. VG /
EXC condition.
Three Red Army Enlisted Soldiers Wearing Budyonovka Cloth Helmets and Paramilitary Excellency and Readiness Badges, c. late 1930s. F/G condition.
Full Cavalier of the Order of Glory Sr. Sgt. Еvsey Rossikhin, inscribed photo portrait c. late 1970s - early 80s. EXC condition.
Three Soviet Army Servicemen, One NCO Wearing a Very Uncommon Double-Breasted Tunic, c. late 1940s - early 50s. VG/EXC condition.
Six Artillery Majors Wearing Medal Ribbon Bars, c. early 1950s. EXC condition.
Vatican, Military Order of Christ, Commander breast star. EXC condition.
Police Command Personnel Badge, by 1st State Jewelry Factory (formerly Eduard),
Petrograd, c. 1919. Exceptionally rare piece in hallmarked silver from the time of
the Red Terror. EXC condition; includes original hallmarked wing nut.
Large Tapestry w. Idealized View on the Kremlin and Moscow Cityscape, c. late 1940s - early 50s. VG/EXC condition.
M 1943 Infantry Lieutenant "Victory Parade" Mundir Tunic, 1943-46.
Includes WW2 5-sided shoulder boards. Medium / small size. An attractive uniform
in superb condition.
Silver Cigarette Case by the Moscow Jewelry Workshop KhAYuS (ХАЮС), w. Hand-Engraved Industrial Artwork in Early Constructivist Style, 1930-33. VG condition.
M 1932 Army Officer Leather Belt with 2-claw steel frame buckle, c. early 1940s. EXC condition, showing only minimal wear. Includes a nicely fitting post-war keeper loop.
Tokarev pistol holster w. cleaning rod, c. late 1930s - 1941 issue. In fine-quality smooth leather characteristic of early WW2 / pre-Patriotic War manufacture. EXC condition.
Tokarev SVT-40 Ammunition Pouch in reddish-brown leather, c. early 1940s. A
typical early-Patriotic War piece in superb condition.
Austria-Hungary, Wounded Medal, on Original One Wound Ribbon, dated 1918. By
Richard Placht, maker marked, VF condition.
Austria-Hungary, Karl Troops Cross, on Original Ribbon, 1916-18. VF condition.
Medal for the Pacification of Polish Rebellion, 1863-1864, relatively scarce dark
bronze version for non-combatants, w. original period ribbon and jump ring.
Superb example, the best we've had in many years and practically impossible to
upgrade.
Ukrainian SBU State Security Visor Hat, dated 2008. Size 58 (Large). Near-mint unissued condition.
Poland, Badge for the 125th Anniversary of the H. Cegielski Metal Industry Complex (mostly known as railway locomotive factory) in Poznan (HCP), 1971. EXC condition.
Bulgaria, Air Force Pilot Badge, pre-WW2 Boris III Period. EXC condition.
Gymnast Girl, Large 13" Statuette in Silumin, c. 1970s-80s. VG condition.
Order of Merit of the Italian Republic, Commander set, post-2001, incl. neck badge
w. ribbon, miniature, and lapel pin. Also includes pre-2001 miniature. In original
fitted issue case. EXC condition.
Japan, Order of the Sacred Treasure 6th cl., incl. lapel pin, in original fitted
issue case. EXC condition.
Peru, Order of Aeronautical Merit, Commander Cross in Sterling silver.
Missing suspension ribbon, otherwise EXC condition.
Award Badge of a Master Grower of Non-Food Crops of Gorky Region, 1970s. Very well-made mint-marked piece. EXC condition.
Award Badge of a Master Pig Farmer of Gorky Region, 1970s. Very well-made mint-
marked piece. EXC condition.
Award Badge of a Master Potato / Vegetable Grower of Gorky Region, 1970s. Very
well-made mint-marked piece. EXC condition.
Group of 4 Young Men incl. 2 AF Lts. And 2 civilians, c. late 1930s - early 40s. G/VG condition.
Badge of USSR Yuvelirtorg (Jewelry Trade) Representative, c. 1960s-70s. Well-made
piece in brass and enamels. EXC condition.
Badge of USSR Avtoexport (Automotive Exports Agency) Representative, c. 1970s-80s. Well-made piece in brass and enamels. EXC condition.
Badge of Sudoimport (Soviet Ships and Nautical Equipment Importing Agency) Rep, c. 1950s-60s. Well-made piece in silvered brass and enamels. EXC condition.
AF sgt. w. wife or sweetheart, close-up in sharp focus, c. late 1930s - early 40s. EXC condition.
Fencer Girl, Statuette in Silumin, maker marked and dated, 1982. EXC condition.
Sudan, Long and Distinguished Service Medal, on Army ribbon, incl. spare ribbon, in
original fitted issue case. EXC condition.
Sudan, Long and Distinguished Service Medal, on Police ribbon, incl. spare ribbon,
in original fitted issue case. EXC condition.
Medal for Reconstruction of the Coal Mines of Donbass, late 1940s - early 50s.
In superb condition, practically impossible to upgrade. Comes on original
suspension with nicely preserved old ribbon.
Lady's Glass Box for Cosmetics, Jewelry or bric-a-brac. Bronze, etched glass, c.
1940s-50s. VG/EXC condition.
Venezuela, Air Force Cross 1st cl. Set, incl. neck badge, miniature, ribbon bar,
and lapel pin. Hallmarked, in original issue case. EXC condition.
Badge of the 4th Nesvizh Grenadier Regiment, full-size Officer version in silver
and enamels, 1908-1917. Magnificent and Exceedingly rare piece in excellent
condition.
Order of the Red Banner of Labor, Type 6, Var. 2, #1216865, c. late 1970s. An excellent example by the Moscow Mint. Includes original two-layer suspension.
Brazil, Military Medal, Silver Medallion and Silver Clasp w. 2 Silver Stars for 20 Years of Service. On original
suspension ribbon, EXC condition.
Leather Knot for a Shashka or Officer Saber, c.1940s-70s. EXC condition.
St. George Cross for Bravery, 3rd cl., #79063, personally awarded by Grand
Duke Georgiy Mikhailovich on Emperor's orders to a Senior NCO of a rifle
regiment, Southwestern Front, "for feats of bravery and valor in 1914-15 battles
with Austrians and Germans". In superb condition , very uncommon for a WWI
enlisted man's award.
Russian Orthodox Icon of Jesus Pantacrator ("Вседержитель"), tempera on wood w. original hallmarked silver oklad, in period wooden kiot icon case, mid- to late XIX C. EXC condition.
Medal for Irreproachable Service in KGB, 3rd cl. (for 10 years of service). EXC condition.
Medal for Reclaiming of Non-Black Soil Region, 1980s. Near mint condition.
Medal (Honorary Badge) for Building Objects of Socialist Integration, late 1970s-1980s. Awarded by Comecon for major infrastructure projects built jointly by Eastern Bloc countries. A well-made mint-marked piece in VF/EXC condition.
Porcelain Tea Caddy w. Hand-Painted Gold-on-Blue Ornament, by Sysert Factory, c. early 1990s. Uncommon manufacturer, EXC condition.
Medal (Honorary Badge) of Honored Mentor of Youth, Type 3, 1978-91. An interesting decoration awarded jointly by the Central Committees of the Trade Unions and VLKSM. EXC condition.
Medal (Honorary Badge) to a Best Teacher - Komsomol Member, 1970s-80s. VF/EXC
condition. One of the top awards of Komsomol bestowed by its central committee.
Medal for Combat Service, Type 2, Var. 3 (U-shaped eyelet), #2714172, c. 1945-46. Superb condition.
Porcelain Teapot, Hand-Painted in Windsor Floral Chintz Pattern, by Verbilki Factory, maker marked, 1966-2009. EXC condition.
Medal for Valor, Type 2 Var. 1, #1241171, c. early to mid-1944. Scarce early
sub-variation w. "short armor" in superb condition - literally
impossible to upgrade.
Fine China Coffee Set of 3, Hand-Painted, Christmas-themed, by LFZ, 1972-86. EXC condition.
Medal for the Defense of Caucasus, Var. 1, scarce early version featuring tank-
borne soldiers carrying rifles, mid-1940s. EXC condition.
Nicholas II Large (51 mm) Medal for Zeal in silver, 1894-1916. Comes on a Full
Length (30+ cm) original neck ribbon of the Order of St. Stanislaus. EXC
condition.
Large Statuette of Young Engineer w. Child and Briefcase, in Silumin, c. 1970s-80s. Uncommon theme, VG/EXC condition.
International Order of St. Hubertus de Lorraine et du Barrois, incl. neck badge w.
ribbon. In original fitted issue case. EXC condition.
Order of the Red Banner, Type 5, Var. 3, Sub-var. 2 (Strekalov classification), #420747, c.1954. Near mint condition, literally impossible to upgrade.
Award Document for Defense of Caucasus Medal, issued to a Lt. Col. In 1947. In superb condition - very uncommon for a "large" certificate of its type.
Medal for the Liberation of Belgrade, Var. 3, c. 1970s-80s. A scarce "Voenkomat" issue in near mint condition.
Medal for the Defense of Kiev, 1960s-70s. Attractive example in VF to EXC
condition. Includes well-preserved old ribbon.
Medal for the Liberation of Belgrade, Var. 2 (U-shaped eyelet), late 1940s - early 50s issue. In outstanding condition, nearly impossible to upgrade.
Academy of Social Sciences (AON) at the Central Committee of the Communist Party badge, c.1980s. Very uncommon badge for graduates of the elite Soviet school for party apparatchiks. EXC condition.
SVD Dragunov sniper rifle canvas cover, dated 1976. About 46" lengthwise, 54" folded. This piece from the early stage of the Soviet war in Afghanistan is in unused VG / EXC condition.
Central African Republic, Order of Merit, Knight, by Arthus Bertrand, maker marked.
VF/EXC condition.
Japan, Order of the Golden Kite, 4th cl., incl. badge on suspension ribbon w. rosette, and lapel pin, in original fitted issue case, 1890s-1947. EXC condition.
Full Cavalier of the Order of Glory, One of Six People Awarded w. 1st Class Twice, sgt. Nikolai Popov, inscribed photo portrait c. late 1940s - 50s. VG/EXC condition.
Recipient of all 3 classes of the Order of Glory Combat Engineers Sgt. Maj. Vasiliy Paraskun, inscribed photo portrait c. late 1970s - early 80s. VG/EXC condition.
Uniform Caps of Soviet Ministerial Organizations (vol. 1), by Randall
Stewart. The Definitive Guide to Railways, Mining, Motor Transport, Electric
Transport and Communications/Postal caps of the Soviet Era. Engl. txt. The best and
ONLY available reference guide on the subject. Brand-new condition.
Uniform Caps of Soviet Security and Guard Services, by Randall Stewart. The
Definitive Guide to NKVD/MVD, KGB, Border Guards, Courts, Militia, VOKhR, and
Forestry visor caps, 1946-91. English txt. Ultimate reference on the subject, highly
recommended. Brand-new condition.
Uniform Visor Cap Markings of the USSR, by Randall Stewart, 2020. The
Ultimate Guide on the Least-Researched Aspect of Soviet Military Headgear. English
txt, Brand-new Condition.
50 Years Under the Red Star, by Randall Stewart. The Definitive Guide to
Soviet Soldier, Sailor and Airman Caps from WW2 to 1991. Engl. txt. THE BEST
reference on the subject and unlikely to be surpassed. Brand-new condition.
Medal for the Liberation of Warsaw, Var. 3 ("Voenkomat"), c. 1970s-80s. Near mint condition.
Japan, Order of the Rising Sun, 6th cl., on suspension ribbon, in original fitted
issue case. EXC condition.
Medal for the Defense of Leningrad, Var. 2, 1970s-80s. Post-war "Voenkomat" issue in outstanding condition.
Medal for the Liberation of Prague, Var. 3, c. 1970s-80s. A relatively scarce "Voenkomat" issue in near mint condition - literally impossible to upgrade.
Medal for the Capture of Budapest, Var. 1, c.1945-47. EXC example; includes old suspension and ribbon.
Stalin's Announcement of Victory over Germany in News from the Motherland, #12, 10 May 1945. Very scarce news bulletin for Soviet POWs in France. VG condition.
Badge for Excellent Service in MVD, 1985-1991. Brass, enamels, solid quality. Awarded to Prison Guards of Soviet jails and correctional labor camps. In excellent, near mint condition.
Medal for Distinguished Service in Protecting the Public Order, Var. 2, c. late 1960s -70s. A very attractive example in outstanding condition.
Medal for Distinguished Service in Protecting Public Order, transitional post-
Soviet issue, 1992-95. VF / EXC condition.
Japan, Order of the Rising Sun, 3rd cl., incl. neck ribbon and miniature lapel pin,
in original fitted issue case. EXC condition.
Gold "Hammer and Sickle" Medal of a Hero of Socialist Labor, Type 2 Var. 2, #3982,
early "thick" sub-variation awarded in July 1949 to a prominent tobacco grower in
Soviet Azerbaijan. EXC condition; includes complete original suspension device.
Belgium, Order of Leopold, Commander's Cross, Civil Division, w. original ribbon &
spare set of ties, cased. Hallmarked "A950" (sterling silver), EXC condition.
Stalingraders, Stories of the Residents about the Heroic Defense, richly illustrated, Russian text, 1950. VG/EXC condition.
Military Airplanes of the USSR album, 1940. Illustrated aircraft recognition manual, good condition.
Medal for the Defense of Soviet Polar Region, Var. 2, c. 1940s-early 50s.
Outstanding example showing a tiny amount of tarnish, otherwise perfect with
pristine details and nice mint luster. From our experience, Var. 2 of this medal
is even harder to find than Var. 1, especially in EXC condition.
Medal for the Capture of Koenigsberg, Var. 3, c. 1970s-80s "Voenkomat" issue.
Near mint condition - literally impossible to upgrade.
Military Archival Photo of Decorated AF Maj. Pilot in Dress Uniform, 1951. VG/EXC condition.
Army Officer Dress Dagger with Scabbard, c. 1955-56. In excellent condition, a
superb early-Cold War Era example!
AF Sgt w. GTO Fitness Badge, dated Dec. 1939. Inscribed, EXC condition.
Battles in Finland, Veterans Reminisce, in 2 volumes, 1941. Richly illustrated w. a map, photos and drawings, Russian text. VG condition.
Marshal Zhukov Centenary Medal, Moscow Mint version, 1996. Excellent condition.
Shock Worker of Stalin Labor Campaign badge, Type 2 ("flatback" with stamped serial number), #55339, c. late 1930s. In superb condition, extremely uncommon for the early version of the badge. Includes original mint marked screw plate.
Red Cross Badge for the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-1878, by Ivan Khlebnikov, late
1870s. In superb condition - literally impossible to upgrade.
Unit citation to a combat aviator for taking part in the capture of the Polish port city of Gdynja in March 1945. Vivid artwork depicting Il-4 airplanes raining bombs on a western city.
Lenin Memorial Badge (so-called "Mourning" issue), circa late 1920s. EXC condition.
Photo of 2 AF Privates, Probably Cadets at the Chuguyev Fighter Pilots School, dated 1939. VG/EXC condition.
Photo of a Cadet of Leningrad Suvorov Junior Military Academy, Artillery Branch, 1948. VG/EXC condition.
Portugal, Order of Public Instruction, Set of Grand Officer or Commander neck badge w. old ribbon, and medal on period suspension ribbon, in original issue case. VF/EXC condition.
Military Archival Photo of an Airborne Captain, w. 4 Decorations and WW2 Type Parachute Instructor Badge, late 1940s - early 50s. EXC condition.
Unit Citation to SMERSH NCO for Vienna Offensive, 1945. Unusual booklet format, EXC condition.
Order of the Red Banner, Type 3, Var. 1 ("Swallow Tail"), #82237, awarded in May
1944 to an artillery battery commander for bravery during the liberation of
Crimea. Often acting in close support of Soviet tank assaults, his battery
wiped out numerous German targets including two airplanes caught on an airfield.
This heroic officer earned a total of 5 combat decorations during WW2, including
the Order of Alexander Nevsky. The Red Banner, a very scarce transitional version
between screw back and suspension, is in fine condition. Comes with archival
research.
Vatican, Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem, Knight Commander w.
Star, incl. breast star and lapel pin, in original fitted issue case. EXC condition.
Bolivia, National Order of the Condor of the Andes Grand Cross Set, incl. sash
badge, breast star, and sash.
Brazil, The Cross of the Camoneana Order, incl. suspension loop for neck ribbon.
Honduras, Order of Jose Cecilio Del Valle Grand Cross w. Gold Star Set, incl. sash
badge, breast star, and sash. F/VF condition.
Order of the Red Banner, Type 4, Var.2, Sub-var. 1, #193322, circa late 1944 -
early 1945. A very uncommon version with the known serial number range from
189839-197976. EXC condition; includes original wartime suspension.
Poland, Medal for Merit in National Defense, Silver Grade (2nd cl.), c. late 1960s-1980s. EXC condition.
Italy, Order of St. Maurice and Lazarus, Grand Cross, incl. sash badge and sash.
EXC
condition.
Stalin Memorial Badge, c. 1953. Probably a special issue mourning Stalin's death.
Superb quality piece in EXC condition.
On Issues of Theory of State and Jurisprudence, by A. Vyshinsky, 1949. Written by infamous USSR Chief Prosecutor during Stalin's Purges, Chief of Soviet delegation at Nuremberg Trials. Published in the same year as G. Orwell's 1984! Russian Text, VG/EXC condition.
Medal for Valor, Type 2 Var.1, #1817365, awarded in Jan. 1945 to artillery
sergeant for action in Latvia during the previous month. He showed resolve under
enemy barrage and with the fire of his howitzer suppressed a German machine-gun
nest. Comes with archival research.