Russia, Soviet Union. An Order Of The Red Banner, Type Iii consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac he was discharged to Civil

he was discharged to Civil Employment on 4 October 1939

the wings and coat-of-arms in gilt

constructed of a white cotton twill base

(Dienstauszeichnung für 25 Dienstjahre) A gilt straight-armed cross paty

The shaft features a downward-pointing hook connecting to a period original frog

Russia, Soviet Union. An Order Of The Red Banner, Type Iii consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac he was discharged to CivilIn silver with red and white enamels, mint marked " " (Monetny Dvor) and number engraved "337135" on the reverse, measuring 37. 2 mm (w) x 45 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, light soiled original ribbon, mounted to a five sided aluminum with pinback, intact enamels, very light contact, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of the Red Banner was instituted on August 1, 1924 and awarded to individuals for fearlessness, devotion and bravery in