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Soviet WWII Order of the Red Star (Silver, Numbered, c.1945)
€130,00Authentic Soviet Order of the Red Star (Russian: «ОРДЕН КРАСНОЙ ЗВЕЗДЫ»), a distinguished military decoration awarded for personal bravery, leadership, and outstanding service to the armed forces of the USSR during the Second World War.
The order is crafted in silver and measures approximately 47–50 mm across, formed as a five-pointed star with deep red enamel. The obverse features a central oxidized silver shield depicting a standing Soviet soldier in greatcoat holding a rifle. Surrounding the shield is a narrow band bearing the Communist motto “WORKERS OF THE WORLD, UNITE!” («ПРОЛЕТАРИИ ВСЕХ СТРАН, СОЕДИНЯЙТЕСЬ!»), with the inscription “USSR” («СССР») at the base. Beneath the shield sits the hammer and sickle emblem, also in oxidized silver, completing the iconic composition.
The reverse is plain and fitted with a threaded screw-post and backing plate for secure wear. It bears the maker’s mark along with the engraved serial number. This example is numbered 1544467, consistent with wartime production and most likely awarded in the second half of 1945, during the final phase of the conflict.
The order was worn directly on the uniform via screw-back fastening. When not worn, it was represented on a ribbon bar consisting of a 24 mm dark red silk moiré ribbon with a central silver stripe.
The enamel and metal surfaces may show typical age-related wear such as light scratches, minor enamel flakes, or patina, consistent with period use and storage.
Condition: As shown in photographs.
Soviet WWII Medal “For Courage” (Silver, Numbered)
€110,00Authentic Soviet Medal “For Courage” (also known as “For Valour”, Russian: «ЗА ОТВАГУ»), one of the most respected Soviet decorations awarded for personal bravery and heroism in combat.
The medal is struck in silver and measures 34 mm in diameter, featuring a raised rim on both sides. The obverse displays three aircraft flying from right to left across the upper field, symbolizing Soviet air power. Beneath them is the bold two-line inscription “FOR COURAGE” («ЗА ОТВАГУ») in red enamel. At the bottom is a detailed depiction of a T-35 tank advancing forward, emphasizing armored strength. On original Soviet-era examples, the inscription “USSR” («СССР») appears below the tank along the lower rim in red enamel, a feature absent on later Russian Federation issues.
The reverse is plain, bearing a stamped serial number preceded by the letter “N” along the lower half, with a mint mark beneath—indicating official production and individual attribution. This example is serial numbered 2400196, confirming its official issue and collectibility.
The medal is suspended from a standard Soviet pentagonal mount, fitted with a 24 mm silk moiré ribbon in grey with narrow blue edge stripes. Early wartime examples (1938–1943) were issued on a rectangular suspension with a solid red ribbon, later standardized to the pentagonal mount.
The ribbon and suspension may show age-related wear such as light soiling, minor staining, or edge fraying, consistent with period use and storage.
Condition: As shown in photographs.
Soviet WWII Campaign Medal “For the Capture of Königsberg”
€55,00Authentic Soviet Medal “For the Capture of Königsberg” (Russian: «ЗА ВЗЯТИЕ КЕНИГСБЕРГА»), awarded to participants of the Battle of Königsberg during the final phase of the Second World War.
The medal is struck in brass and measures 32 mm in diameter, featuring a raised rim. The obverse displays a small five-pointed star with divergent rays at the top. Beneath it is the bold three-line inscription “FOR THE CAPTURE OF KÖNIGSBERG” («ЗА ВЗЯТИЕ КЕНИГСБЕРГА»), with a horizontal laurel branch below symbolizing victory.
The reverse features a plain five-pointed star at the top, with the date “10 APRIL 1945” («10 АПРЕЛЯ 1945») arranged in three lines beneath, marking the fall of Königsberg to Soviet forces.
The medal is suspended from a standard Soviet pentagonal mount, fitted with a 24 mm silk moiré ribbon incorporating narrow green edge stripes and alternating black and green central stripes. The ribbon may show typical age-related wear such as light soiling, minor staining, and edge fraying, consistent with period use and storage.
Condition: As shown in photographs.
Soviet WWII Campaign Medal “For the Capture of Vienna”
€85,00Authentic Soviet Medal “For the Capture of Vienna” (Russian: «ЗА ВЗЯТИЕ ВЕНЫ»), awarded to participants of the Capture of Vienna during the final stages of the Second World War.
The medal is struck in brass and measures 32 mm in diameter, featuring a raised rim. The obverse has a textured (pebbled) field with a five-pointed star at the top. Beneath it appears the bold three-line inscription “FOR THE CAPTURE OF VIENNA” («ЗА ВЗЯТИЕ ВЕНЫ»). At the bottom, a laurel branch curves upward along the left edge, symbolizing victory and honor.
The reverse displays a plain five-pointed star at the top, with the date “13 APRIL 1945” («13 АПРЕЛЯ 1945») arranged in three lines below, commemorating the fall of Vienna to Soviet forces.
The medal is suspended from a standard Soviet pentagonal mount, fitted with a 24 mm silk moiré ribbon in light blue with a central dark blue stripe (approximately 8 mm wide). The ribbon may show typical age-related wear such as light soiling, minor staining, and edge fraying, consistent with period use and storage.
Condition: As shown in photographs.
Soviet WWII Campaign Medal “For the Defence of Stalingrad”
€95,00Authentic Soviet Medal “For the Defence of Stalingrad” (Russian: Медаль «За оборону Сталинграда»), awarded for participation in the defence of the city during the pivotal battle of Stalingrad (1942–1943).
The medal is struck in brass and measures 32 mm in diameter with a raised rim. The obverse depicts a dynamic battle scene of five Soviet infantry soldiers advancing with rifles, supported by tanks and aircraft, with a waving Soviet flag above. At the top is a five-pointed star, flanked by the inscription “FOR THE DEFENCE OF STALINGRAD” («ЗА ОБОРОНУ СТАЛИНГРАДА»).
The reverse features the hammer and sickle emblem above the inscription “FOR OUR SOVIET MOTHERLAND” («ЗА НАШУ СОВЕТСКУЮ РОДИНУ»).
The medal is suspended from a standard Soviet pentagonal mount and worn on a 24 mm olive-green silk moiré ribbon with a central red stripe. The ribbon shows age-related wear with light soiling, minor staining, and fraying to the edges, consistent with period use and storage. Overall remains intact and displays well.
Condition: As shown in photographs.
Soviet WWII Campaign Medal “For the Defence of Stalingrad”
€95,00Authentic Soviet Medal “For the Defence of Stalingrad” (Russian: Медаль «За оборону Сталинграда»), awarded for participation in the defence of the city during the pivotal battle of Stalingrad (1942–1943).
The medal is struck in brass and measures 32 mm in diameter with a raised rim. The obverse depicts a dynamic battle scene of five Soviet infantry soldiers advancing with rifles, supported by tanks and aircraft, with a waving Soviet flag above. At the top is a five-pointed star, flanked by the inscription “FOR THE DEFENCE OF STALINGRAD” («ЗА ОБОРОНУ СТАЛИНГРАДА»).
The reverse features the hammer and sickle emblem above the inscription “FOR OUR SOVIET MOTHERLAND” («ЗА НАШУ СОВЕТСКУЮ РОДИНУ»).
The medal is suspended from a standard Soviet pentagonal mount and worn on a 24 mm olive-green silk moiré ribbon with a central red stripe. The ribbon is in overall very nice condition, showing only minimal age-related wear consistent with period use.
Condition: As shown in photographs.