Soviet Order of the Red Banner #12390

Description

Researched Soviet Order of the Red Banner #12390

 Mirror Reverse variation Red Banner

Awarded to captain Stefan Aberyanovich Gretsko (Степан Аберьянович Гречко)

For the Soviet-Finnish War (1939-1940)

This order of the Red Banner made of solid silver and enamels. Measures 40.01 mm in height and 35.85 mm in width. It weighs 23.8 gram. The serial number is located at the 6 o’clock position of its reverse.

The order is in worn but above average condition. Most details are crisp and even the higher laying parts such as the center wreath and the torch have most details visible. The red enamel has some chips on the often seen position of the center star and the lower part of the top banner. The lower banner however has all enamel present. The reverse is stunning with a beautiful luster and crisp details. The order has no repairs and the 4.62 mm thick screw is full length. It comes with its matching early silver screwplate which measures 28.3 mm.

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