Measuring 210 mm x 150 mm
in spite of the obvious danger of being within a few kilometers of German lines
It was primarily conferred to recognize meritorious civil services within the realms of culture
attached as originally worn on a black
the lid bearing a gilt inscription of “FLAK-KAMPF-ABZ
Russia, Soviet Union. A Medal For The Defence Of The Caucasus United Republic of Measuring 210 mm x 150( ). Instituted in 1944. In brass, measuring 32 mm in diameter, edge nicks, contact marks, original ribbon, mounted to a five sided magnetic metal suspension with pinback, the suspension with a partial manufacturer's mark on its reverse, better than very fine. Footnote: The Medal for the Defence of the Caucasus was established on May 1, 1944 by decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR. Its statute was modified by multiple resolutions