Soviet Order of the Badge of Honour (Знак Почёта) – Early Numbered Silver Award – Mint Marked “Monetny Dvor”
An original Soviet Order of the Badge of Honour (Орден “Знак Почёта”) complete with its suspension and ribbon.
This attractive example features the iconic design of a male and female worker carrying banners beneath the letters “СССР”, symbolizing the unity of Soviet workers and the ideals of socialist labor. The award retains strong original red enamel and crisp details throughout.
The reverse bears the Soviet Mint mark:
МОНЕТНЫЙ ДВОР (Monetny Dvor – State Mint)
and is individually numbered:
№ 657,716
The suspension and ribbon remain present, making this a complete display piece. The enamel appears well preserved, with only minor signs of age and handling.
Condition
- Original suspension and ribbon.
- Individually numbered.
- Mint marked.
- Strong red enamel.
- Excellent display appeal.
- Honest age-related wear.
A classic Soviet decoration and one of the most recognizable civilian awards of the USSR.
The serial number 657,716 places this example among the late Soviet production awards, most likely from the 1950s to early 1960s period.
€80,00
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Details
| Country | Soviet Union |
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Statement
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Historical Description
The Order of the Badge of Honour was established in 1935 and awarded to citizens who achieved outstanding results in:
- Industry.
- Agriculture.
- Science.
- Education.
- Medicine.
- Culture.
- Sports.
- Government service.
Unlike combat decorations, this order recognized exceptional contributions to the Soviet state and society. It could also be awarded to factories, collective farms, institutions, cities, and organizations.
The design depicts a male worker and female worker marching forward with banners bearing the slogan:
“Пролетарии всех стран, соединяйтесь!”
(Workers of the World, Unite!)
The imagery embodied the Soviet ideal of cooperation between workers and peasants in building socialism.
Millions of Soviet citizens aspired to receive this award, and it became one of the USSR’s most respected decorations for civilian achievement.
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