Description

Soviet Order of Lenin #111244 with Document

Awarded to Malyavit Vladimir Petrovich (Малявит Владимир Петрович)

Soviet Order of Lenin; made out of solid gold, platinum and enamels. Measures 43.11 mm in height and 38.36 mm in width. It weighs 33.1 gram without its suspension. The serial number and the mint mark are located at its reverse.

The order is in excellent condition with perfect red enamels. The gray enamel is flawless as well and the gold and platinum only show some tiny dings and scratches. All details are crisp and even the higher parts of the order show almost no wear. There have been no repairs and the connection ring has not been cut. The reverse is also in great condition and only shows a scratch at the bottom. The double layer steel suspension is original and time period to the award.

It comes with its booklet awarded in 1949 with a picture of the awardee. Great research potential!

The Order of Lenin (Russian: Орден Ленина), named after the leader of the Russian October Revolution, was established by the Central Executive Committee on April 6, 1930. The order was the highest civilian decoration in the Soviet Union. Awarded to:

Civilians for outstanding services rendered to the State
Members of the armed forces for exemplary service
Those who promoted friendship and cooperation between peoples and in strengthening peace
Those with meritorious services to the Soviet state and society

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