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Soviet Order of the Red Banner №162636 – Researched to Major Fyodor N. Zasyadko, 1st Gorky Tank School
€495,00Original Soviet Order of the Red Banner, serial numbered №162636, complete with original suspension and ribbon. This example is a desirable wartime suspension type (post-1943 issue) and comes with extensive research identifying the recipient.
The order was awarded to Major Fyodor Nikolayevich Zasyadko (Фёдор Николаевич Засядько) by decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR dated 3 November 1944, for 25 years of distinguished military service.
Zasyadko was born on 8 February 1900 in Chepel village, Kharkov region, Ukrainian SSR. He entered Red Army service in April 1920, during the Russian Civil War, and belonged to the early generation of long-serving Soviet professional officers.
At the time of this award, he held the rank of Major, later reaching Lieutenant Colonel, and served in the Moscow Military District. He was attached to the prestigious 1st Gorky Tank School, where he served as a senior instructor / lecturer. Officers serving at Soviet tank schools played a vital role during the Great Patriotic War by training armored officers and tank crews for frontline service.
This exact order, serial №162636, is documented in the award research and matches the physical medal offered here.
Research further confirms that Zasyadko was also a recipient of:
- Order of the Red Banner (2x total)
- Order of Lenin
- Medal “For Victory over Germany in the Great Patriotic War 1941–1945”
- Additional long-service decorations
Included with the medal are research materials / scans of original Soviet award documentation and photo of him (one of the photos was upscaled and colorized with AI) confirming the recipient and award details.
The Order of the Red Banner was among the Soviet Union’s most prestigious military decorations, awarded for bravery, leadership, and distinguished military service. While originally a high combat distinction, from 1944 onward it was also awarded for long and exemplary service. Zasyadko’s award reflects over two decades of service spanning the Civil War and World War II.
A highly desirable researched Soviet award to an identifiable career officer connected to Soviet armored training during World War II.
Soviet Portrait – Yakov T. Ryabenko – Order of Glory Recipient – 196th Artillery Regiment
€30,00Original Soviet portrait photograph of decorated Red Army veteran Yakov Timofeevich Ryabenko (Рябенко Яков Тимофеевич), a documented Order of Glory recipient.
The reverse identifies the recipient as: Ryabenko Yakov Timofeevich. Photographed: 15 January 1968
Archival research confirms Ryabenko served as a gunner (layer) in the: 196th Artillery Regiment
Born in 1926, Ryabenko entered the Red Army in May 1943 and fought on the Baltic Front during the Great Patriotic War.
Award records show he was recommended for the Order of Glory III Class for bravery during offensive combat operations in 1944.
During fighting near Soldatskie Uchastki, Ryabenko’s battery moved into firing positions under intense enemy artillery and mortar fire. When the regular gun-layer became a casualty, Ryabenko immediately assumed the role himself and continued combat operations under fire.
His actions contributed directly to:
- Destruction of 1 enemy firing position
- Suppression of enemy resistance
- Support of Soviet offensive operations
For courage, initiative, and steadfastness in battle, he was awarded the Order of Glory 3rd Class, one of the most respected Soviet enlisted bravery awards.
The portrait shows Ryabenko later in life wearing his wartime decorations and campaign medals.
Included:
- Original named Soviet portrait photograph
- Handwritten identification on reverse
- Digital scan of wartime award documentation
- Full research on recipient and service history
A desirable researched Soviet portrait grouping belonging to a decorated artillery veteran and Order of Glory recipient.
Soviet Officer Portrait – Captain Petro M. Ryabenko – Red Star Recipient, Communications Battalion Commander
€25,00Original Soviet military portrait photograph of decorated Red Army officer Captain Petro Mikhailovich Ryabenko (surname slightly difficult but appears to read Ryabenko / Rybchenko).
The reverse carries official military identification, while archival research links the portrait to a documented wartime award recipient.
Research confirms Ryabenko served as: Captain – Commander, 10th Separate Communications Battalion
Born in 1918, Ukrainian, and serving in the Red Army from 1939, he participated in frontline combat operations during the Great Patriotic War.
Award records show that during intense fighting against German forces in July 1943, Captain Ryabenko successfully commanded communications operations between 10–22 July 1943, ensuring uninterrupted radio and communications links under extremely difficult battlefield conditions.
Despite heavy:
- artillery fire
- mortar fire
- aerial bombardment
he maintained reliable communications essential for command coordination and combat effectiveness.
The citation notes that his unit completed all assigned tasks successfully and suffered no losses.
For exemplary leadership and outstanding performance under combat conditions, he was recommended for a state award. The recommendation was upgraded from the Medal for Combat Merit to the Order of the Red Star.
The portrait shows him in early postwar uniform wearing his wartime decorations, including the Order of the Red Star and campaign medals.
Included:
- Original named Soviet military portrait photograph
- Official identification on reverse
- Digital scan of wartime award sheet
- Full recipient research
A highly desirable researched Soviet portrait grouping belonging to a decorated communications officer and wartime Order of the Red Star recipient.
Soviet Tank Officer Portrait – Lt. Colonel V.K. Sergeev – T-34 Commander – Multiple Awards
€45,00Original Soviet portrait photograph of Lieutenant Colonel Valentin Konstantinovich Sergeev (Валентин Константинович Сергеев). The reverse is officially typed, stamped, and signed, identifying the photographed officer as: Lieutenant Colonel Valentin Konstantinovich Sergeev. Photographed: 28 June 1965
A highly attractive researched Soviet officer portrait showing Sergeev wearing an impressive array of wartime and postwar decorations, including multiple combat awards earned during frontline service as a T-34 tank commander.
Research confirms Sergeev served as commander of a T-34 tank in the 87th Separate Tank Zhytomyr Red Banner Regiment attached to the 7th Guards Cavalry Zhytomyr Red Banner Order of Bogdan Khmelnitsky Division
Born in 1925, Sergeev entered the Red Army in 1942 and fought from an early age in major offensive operations during the later stages of the war. His wartime award citations document repeated acts of bravery and aggressive leadership during combat operations in 1944–1945.
Known awards include:
- Order of the Patriotic War 1st Class
- Order of the Red Star
- Second Order of the Red Star
- Campaign and victory medals
- Additional postwar service decorations
One award citation from July 1944 describes Sergeev skillfully leading his T-34 during breakthrough operations, where his tank destroyed:
- 4 enemy machine-gun positions
- 1 enemy tank
- Up to 30 enemy soldiers and officers
When his platoon commander came under enemy fire, Sergeev assumed command and continued the attack successfully.
Another citation from 19 July 1944 credits him with destroying:
- 1 mortar battery
- 2 machine-gun positions
- Enemy infantry concentrations
A later 1945 citation highlights his reconnaissance and combat leadership during final offensive operations in Central Europe. During heavy fighting, he personally engaged enemy automatic weapons and anti-tank teams while helping identify enemy concentrations and enabling successful armored operations.
The portrait beautifully reflects his decorated military career, showing a veteran officer who rose from young frontline tank commander to Lieutenant Colonel.
Included:
- Original named Soviet portrait photograph
- Officially stamped identification on reverse
- Multiple wartime award recommendation scans
- Full research on recipient and service history
An outstanding researched Soviet tank officer grouping with exceptional historical appeal, ideal for collectors of Soviet armor, WWII tank warfare, and named Red Army award groups.
Soviet Guards Officer Portrait – Guards Captain Ivan V. Melnik – 35th Guards Tank Brigade – Stalingrad – Multi Award Recipient
€35,00Original Soviet portrait photograph of Ivan Vasilyevich Melnik (Иван Васильевич Мельник), officially identified on the reverse with military stamp and signature dated 11 March 1963.
A highly attractive researched Soviet officer portrait showing Melnik wearing an impressive array of wartime and postwar decorations, including multiple orders and medals.
Research confirms Melnik served in the Red Army from 1940 onward and rose to the rank of Guards Captain, serving as Assistant Chief of the Political Department of the 35th Guards Tank Brigade.
This researched group includes multiple wartime award recommendation sheets documenting his distinguished frontline service.
Known awards include:
- Order of the Red Star
- Order of the Patriotic War 2nd Class
- Medal for the Defence of Stalingrad
- Additional campaign and long-service medals
An early award recommendation from December 1942—during the period of the Battle of Stalingrad—describes Melnik displaying courage and exceptional leadership under heavy artillery fire and aerial bombardment.
Comrade Melnik, serving in the 550th Rifle Regiment (126th Rifle Division) since 30 November, has shown himself to be a disciplined and brave commander. On 19 December 1942, in the area of height 116.2, despite strong enemy artillery fire and bombardment by hostile aircraft, Comrade Melnik and his company did not retreat from their assigned position and firmly held their sector. Thanks to his skillful leadership, the assigned combat mission given to the unit was fully accomplished. He is devoted to the cause of Lenin-Stalin and the Socialist Motherland.
Later citations from 1944–1945 document his service with Guards armored formations, where he distinguished himself as a political officer during offensive combat operations, repeatedly operating near frontline positions under dangerous battlefield conditions.
His award documents praise his leadership, devotion to duty, and significant contribution to maintaining morale and discipline during combat.
Included:
- Original named Soviet portrait photo
- Officially stamped identification on reverse
- Multiple wartime award citations (digital scans)
- Full research on recipient and service history
A highly desirable researched Soviet officer grouping with strong historical appeal, ideal for collectors of Soviet militaria, armored warfare, and Red Army award groups.
Soviet Officer Portrait – Engineer-Major V.P. Pisimorev – Medal for Courage Recipient – 27th Rifle Division
€20,00Original Soviet portrait photograph of Engineer-Major Vladimir Pavlovich Pisimorev (Владимир Павлович Писиморев).
The reverse is officially stamped and signed by the personnel department of Military Unit 25580, certifying the identity of the photographed individual in 1969, making this a fully named and documented Soviet portrait.
Research confirms Pisimorev served in the Red Army during the Second World War as a radio operator in a mortar battery of the 725th Rifle Regiment, 27th Rifle Division.
He was awarded the highly respected Medal for Courage (Медаль “За Отвагу”) in July 1944.
According to his wartime award citation, during combat operations near Grumlinki on 26 July 1944, Pisimorev displayed exceptional courage under heavy enemy fire by repairing 12 breaks in communication lines, ensuring uninterrupted communications between divisional headquarters and his battery.
During this action he was seriously wounded in the head and leg.
For his bravery and devotion to duty he was awarded the Medal for Courage, one of the Soviet Union’s most respected decorations for personal battlefield heroism.
The portrait also shows him later in service wearing multiple decorations and campaign medals, reflecting a long military career after WWII, ultimately reaching the rank of Engineer-Major.
A highly attractive researched Soviet grouping, ideal for collectors of Red Army portraits, Soviet awards, and named WWII militaria.
Soviet Officer Portrait – Lt. T.Y. Tverdokhleb – Order of the Red Star Recipient – 387th Rifle Division
€20,00Original wartime / early postwar Soviet portrait photograph depicting Lieutenant Timofei Yakovlevich Tverdokhleb (Тимофей Яковлевич Твердохлеб) in uniform.
A very attractive named portrait showing Tverdokhleb wearing his wartime decorations, including the Order of the Red Star and two campaign medals, identified as:
- Medal for the Defence of the Caucasus
- Medal for Victory over Germany
- Order of the Red Star
The reverse is fully handwritten and identifies him as:
Lieutenant Timofei Yakovlevich Tverdokhleb
Chief of Supply / Economic Service
871st Rifle Regiment
387th Rifle Division
Research confirms Tverdokhleb served from April 1942 onward and participated in combat operations from the Caucasus campaign through to Germany.
He was awarded the Order of the Red Star in July 1945 for distinguished service as a logistics officer. His award citation describes how he repeatedly ensured uninterrupted supply deliveries under heavy combat conditions, often bringing food and essential supplies to frontline troops under enemy fire and in severe terrain.
A notable action mentioned in his award recommendation took place on 26 January 1943, near Samurskaya, where he personally organized and led a supply column through snow, mountainous roads, and enemy shelling to deliver provisions to frontline battalions. His actions ensured the unit remained combat effective.
Excellent display and research item for collectors of Soviet WWII militaria, Red Army portraits, and award-related groupings.
WWII-Era Soviet USSR Guards Badge “Gvardiya” – Screwback
€90,00Original World War II-era Soviet Guards badge (Гвардия) featuring red enamel flag with gilt lettering above a red star within a white enamel wreath. Reverse retains screwback attachment with original screwplate.
The Guards badge was awarded to members of elite Soviet Guards formations, units recognized for exceptional combat service during the Second World War and later service in the Soviet Armed Forces.
Condition: Good condition with age-related wear. Enamel remains well preserved with minor signs of age. Screwback and nut present. Please study photographs carefully for condition details.
WWII Soviet Order of the Red Star – Screwback Example No. #2026552
€135,00Original wartime Soviet Order of the Red Star (Орден Красной Звезды), serial numbered 2,026,552 and complete with its original screwplate.
The Order of the Red Star was one of the Soviet Union’s most respected military decorations and was awarded for bravery, distinguished combat service, and military merit during the Second World War. This example dates to approximately 1945 and represents a genuine wartime award from the height of the Eastern Front campaigns.
The order retains attractive original enamel, clear details, matching serial number, and pleasing age patina. A highly collectible wartime Soviet decoration and an excellent addition to any WWII or Eastern Front collection.
Features:
- Original WWII Soviet Order of the Red Star
- Wartime serial number 2,026,552
- Original screwback construction
- Original screwplate included
- Good enamel and detail
- Authentic combat-era decoration
WWII Soviet Order of Glory 3rd Class – Numbered Silver Combat Decoration – Serial No. #375015
€160,00An original Soviet Order of Glory 3rd Class (Орден Славы III степени), awarded for personal bravery and heroism in combat during the Great Patriotic War.
This silver wartime example retains its original orange-and-black St. George ribbon and bears serial number 375015 on the reverse. The obverse displays the iconic Spasskaya Tower of the Moscow Kremlin beneath a red enamel star, with the red enamel banner inscribed “СЛАВА” (“Glory”).
Established on 8 November 1943, the Order of Glory was one of the Soviet Union’s most respected frontline combat decorations. Awarded exclusively to enlisted men, NCOs, and junior aviation personnel, it recognized acts of exceptional courage under enemy fire. Typical qualifying actions included storming enemy positions, destroying machine-gun nests, capturing prisoners, conducting dangerous reconnaissance missions, or continuing to fight after being wounded.
The Order of Glory was awarded in three classes, with the 3rd Class representing the first step in a progression that could ultimately lead to the prestigious 1st Class. Because it was intended specifically for frontline soldiers, it became one of the most highly regarded Soviet awards of the Second World War and is often compared to the Imperial Russian St. George Cross.
Serial number 375015 places this decoration within wartime production and indicates issue to a specific Soviet serviceman for a documented act of battlefield bravery.
A desirable and historic original Soviet combat decoration directly connected to the fierce fighting on the Eastern Front during World War II.
WWII Soviet Medal for Bravery (Za Otvagu) – Numbered Silver Award No. #3568612
€110,00Original Soviet Medal for Bravery (За Отвагу), one of the most respected combat decorations awarded by the USSR during and immediately after the Second World War.
This silver example retains its original suspension and ribbon and bears the engraved serial number 3,568,612 on the reverse. Awarded for acts of personal courage and bravery in combat, the Medal for Bravery remains one of the most sought-after Soviet military decorations among collectors.
The medal displays attractive period wear and patina, with clear details and strong original finish. A genuine and historic Soviet combat award suitable for any collection of WWII, Eastern Front, or Soviet militaria.
Features:
- Original silver medal
- Numbered reverse: 3,568,612
- Original suspension and ribbon
- Excellent collector display piece
- Guaranteed original
Soviet Medal for Combat Merit (Za Boevye Zaslugi) – Numbered Silver Award No. #1285210
€80,00Original Soviet WWII Medal “For Combat Merit” (За Боевые Заслуги), awarded for distinguished military service and combat achievements.
This example retains its original suspension and ribbon and bears the engraved serial number 1,285,210 on the reverse. The medal displays attractive age patina and honest service wear, with all details remaining clearly visible.
A genuine wartime Soviet combat decoration and an excellent addition to any collection of Second World War, Eastern Front, or Soviet militaria.
Features:
- Original silver medal
- Serial numbered: 1,285,210
- Original suspension and ribbon
- Wartime issue
- Attractive untouched patina
- Guaranteed original
Soviet Medal for Combat Merit (Za Boevye Zaslugi) – Numbered Silver Award No. 2,048,519
€80,00Original Soviet Medal “For Combat Merit” (За Боевые Заслуги), complete with suspension and ribbon. The medal retains its original numbered reverse, serial number 2,048,519, and shows honest age and service wear consistent with period use. A classic Soviet military decoration awarded for meritorious combat-related service and military achievements.
A desirable original Soviet award and an excellent addition to any collection of WWII, Cold War, or Soviet militaria.
Condition:
- Original medal and suspension
- Numbered reverse: 2,048,519
- Original ribbon present
- Normal age wear and patina
- No major damage observed
Soviet USSR Order of Labor Glory 3rd Class (Трудовая Слава) – Numbered Example #354701 – Mint Marked
€95,00An original Soviet Order of Labor Glory 3rd Class (Трудовая Слава), serial numbered 354701 and bearing the mint mark “Монетный Двор” (Monetny Dvor) on the reverse.
Instituted in 1974, the Order of Labor Glory was one of the Soviet Union’s most respected civilian labor decorations. It was awarded to industrial workers, miners, builders, transport employees, agricultural workers, and other citizens who achieved exceptional results in their professions and contributed significantly to the Soviet economy.
The badge features a striking industrial design incorporating a mine headframe, factory structures, hammer and sickle, wheat wreaths, and red enamel elements symbolizing the Soviet state. The award remains mounted on its original suspension with ribbon.
This example retains attractive original enamel to both the red star and lower СССР banner, while displaying honest age and service wear consistent with an issued decoration. The serial number remains clearly visible and allows further research into the approximate award period.
A desirable original Soviet labor decoration and an excellent addition to any collection of USSR awards, labor medals, or Cold War memorabilia.
Condition
- Original issued example
- Serial numbered: 354701
- Mint marked: Монетный Двор
- Original ribbon and suspension present
- Good enamel preservation
- Honest age-related wear and patina
- No obvious repairs observed
Soviet USSR Order of Labor Glory 3rd Class (Трудовая Слава) – Numbered Example #491490 – Mint Marked
€95,00An original Soviet Order of Labor Glory 3rd Class (Трудовая Слава), serial numbered 491490 and bearing the mint mark “Монетный Двор” (Monetny Dvor) on the reverse.
Instituted in 1974, the Order of Labor Glory was one of the Soviet Union’s most respected civilian labor decorations. It was awarded to industrial workers, miners, builders, transport employees, agricultural workers, and other citizens who achieved exceptional results in their professions and contributed significantly to the Soviet economy.
The badge features a striking industrial design incorporating a mine headframe, factory structures, hammer and sickle, wheat wreaths, and red enamel elements symbolizing the Soviet state. The award remains mounted on its original suspension with ribbon.
This example retains attractive original enamel to both the red star and lower СССР banner, while displaying honest age and service wear consistent with an issued decoration. The serial number remains clearly visible and allows further research into the approximate award period.
A desirable original Soviet labor decoration and an excellent addition to any collection of USSR awards, labor medals, or Cold War memorabilia.
Condition
- Original issued example
- Serial numbered: 491490
- Mint marked: Монетный Двор
- Original ribbon and suspension present
- Good enamel preservation
- Honest age-related wear and patina
- No obvious repairs observed
Complete Soviet Order of Maternal Glory Set – 1st, 2nd & 3rd Class – Numbered & Mint Marked USSR Awards
€195,00An attractive original Soviet trio consisting of the Order of Maternal Glory 1st Class, 2nd Class, and 3rd Class, among the most iconic family and social awards instituted by the Soviet Union during the Second World War.
Established on 8 July 1944, these decorations were awarded to mothers who successfully raised large families and made exceptional contributions to the upbringing of Soviet children. The awards formed part of a wider Soviet demographic policy intended to encourage population growth following the enormous losses suffered during the war.
The three classes are distinguished by their finishes:
- 1st Class – gilt and silvered construction with red enamel banner.
- 2nd Class – silvered finish with blue enamel banner.
- 3rd Class – silvered finish without colored banner enamel.
Each award features the image of a mother holding her child, the Soviet state emblem, hammer and sickle, and the inscription “Материнская Слава” (Maternal Glory).
Included Awards
Order of Maternal Glory 1st Class
- Serial number: 707445
- Mint marked: Монетный Двор (Monetny Dvor)
- Gilded and enameled example.
Order of Maternal Glory 2nd Class
- Serial number: 1161759
- Mint marked: Монетный Двор
- Attractive blue enamel.
Order of Maternal Glory 3rd Class
- Serial number: 296189 (?)
- Mint marked: Монетный Двор
- Silvered class example.
All three awards remain in very good original condition with attractive enamel, clear mint marks, and visible serial numbers. Honest age-related wear is present, consistent with period-issued examples. An impressive display set representing all three classes of one of the Soviet Union’s most recognizable civilian decorations.
Soviet Order of the Badge of Honour (Знак Почёта) – Early Numbered Silver Award – Mint Marked “Monetny Dvor”
€80,00An 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.
Soviet Order of the Badge of Honour (Знак Почёта) – Numbered Silver Award – Mint Marked “Monetny Dvor”
€75,00An 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:
№ 1,210,985
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 1,210,985 places this example among the late Soviet production awards, most likely from the 1970s–1980s period.
Soviet Order of the Red Banner of Labour – Numbered & Mint Marked Example – USSR Civilian Decoration
€110,00A beautiful original Soviet Order of the Red Banner of Labour, one of the USSR’s most respected civilian decorations, awarded for exceptional achievements in industry, science, engineering, agriculture, transport, education, and public service.
This example features the classic design with the prominent red enamel banner bearing “СССР”, the hammer and sickle emblem, wheat wreaths, industrial imagery, and the Soviet red star. The award retains attractive original enamels with excellent visual appeal and strong detail throughout.
The reverse is officially numbered № 118,419 and bears the Soviet Mint mark “МОНЕТНЫЙ ДВОР” (Monetny Dvor), confirming official state production. The order remains mounted on its suspension with ribbon and presents very well for display.
Established in 1928, the Order of the Red Banner of Labour was among the highest civilian awards of the Soviet Union and was bestowed upon workers, engineers, scientists, factory directors, collective farmers, educators, and institutions whose contributions significantly advanced the Soviet state.
Condition
- Original numbered example: № 118,419
- Soviet Mint marked (Monetny Dvor)
- Original suspension and ribbon present
- Strong red, white, and blue enamels
- Honest age-related wear
- Excellent display appearance
A highly collectible Soviet decoration and an impressive addition to any collection of USSR awards, communist-era memorabilia, or Cold War militaria.
Soviet OSOAVIAKHIM “Voroshilov Sharpshooter” Badge – 1st Class Marksman Award – Numbered Screwback Example
€200,00An original Soviet Voroshilov Sharpshooter (Ворошиловский Стрелок) badge, one of the most iconic and sought-after pre-war Soviet proficiency awards.
The badge features a standing rifleman superimposed over a red enamel star, with the banner inscription “Voroshilov Sharpshooter” and a prominent target motif at the base. The reverse retains its original numbered screwplate marked:
Прим. № 18998 ? (Approximate reading from the photographs)
This example displays attractive original red and white enamel with strong visual appeal. Honest age-related wear, oxidation, and patina are present, consistent with an authentic period piece.
The Voroshilov Sharpshooter badge was awarded to civilians and military personnel who demonstrated superior marksmanship and shooting proficiency. Today it remains one of the most recognizable Soviet badges of the interwar era.
Soviet “Excellent Airman” (Отличник Авиации) Badge – WWII-Era Soviet Air Force Qualification Award – Screwback Variant
€125,00An original Soviet “Excellent Tanker” (Отличный Танкист) qualification badge, awarded to Red Army tank crewmen who demonstrated exceptional proficiency in armored warfare. The badge features the hammer and sickle within a red enamel center, surrounded by the inscription “Excellent Tanker” in Cyrillic. The lower portion displays a stylized tank track and gun barrel motif, representing service in the Soviet armored forces.
This example retains its original screwback assembly and screwplate. The red and white enamels remain largely intact, while the badge displays honest service wear, age patina, and finish loss consistent with decades of storage and use.
The Tanker badge is among the most desirable Soviet specialist qualification badges due to its direct association with the armored forces that played a decisive role in major Soviet offensives from Kursk to Berlin.
Condition
- Original screwback construction.
- Original screwplate present.
- Strong enamel preservation.
- Attractive display appearance.
- Honest age-related wear and patina.
- Untouched collector condition.
A desirable Soviet armored forces badge suitable for collectors of WWII Soviet militaria, tank warfare memorabilia, and Red Army insignia.
Soviet “Excellent Scout” (Отличный Разведчик) Badge –WWII-Era Qualification Award – Screwback Variant
€125,00An original Soviet “Excellent Scout” (Отличный Разведчик) qualification badge, featuring the iconic hammer and sickle within a red enamel center, surrounded by the inscription “Excellent Scout” in Cyrillic. The badge retains much of its original red and white enamel and is fitted with its original screwback attachment.
This award was presented to Red Army personnel who demonstrated exceptional proficiency in reconnaissance duties, one of the most dangerous and demanding military specializations. Reconnaissance soldiers operated ahead of friendly forces, gathering intelligence, locating enemy positions, and conducting patrols deep within hostile territory.
The reverse retains its original screwplate, while the badge itself shows honest period wear, enamel loss, and age-related patina consistent with wartime service and decades of storage. These signs of use contribute to the authenticity and character of the piece.
A desirable Soviet military qualification badge with strong display appeal and direct association with elite reconnaissance troops of the Red Army.
Condition
- Original screwback construction.
- Original enamel present.
- Visible age and service wear.
- Untouched historical condition.
A scarce and increasingly collectible Soviet military badge, particularly attractive to collectors of WWII Soviet awards, reconnaissance insignia, and Red Army militaria.
Soviet “Excellent Machine Gunner” (Отличный Пулеметчик) Badge – WWII-Era Screwback Qualification Award
€125,00An original Soviet “Excellent Machine Gunner” (Отличный Пулеметчик) qualification badge, featuring the iconic hammer and sickle emblem surrounded by the Cyrillic inscription “Excellent Machine Gunner”. The lower portion displays a Maxim machine gun motif, symbolizing one of the Red Army’s most important battlefield specializations.
This example retains attractive original red and white enamel with strong visual appeal. The reverse features its original screwback attachment and screwplate. The badge shows honest service wear, oxidation, and age-related patina accumulated over decades, adding to its authenticity and historical character.
Machine gunners formed the backbone of Soviet infantry firepower during the Great Patriotic War. Qualification badges such as this were awarded only to soldiers who demonstrated exceptional proficiency, marksmanship, and effectiveness with machine guns during training and service.
Condition
- Original screwback construction.
- Original enamel largely intact.
- Attractive front appearance.
- Age-related wear and patina.
- Oxidation visible on reverse.
- Untouched collector condition.
An increasingly sought-after Soviet qualification badge representing one of the most important combat roles within the Red Army.
Soviet WWII Campaign Medal “For the Defence of Stalingrad”
€85,00Authentic 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”
€85,00Authentic 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 Leningrad”
€55,00Authentic Soviet Medal “For the Defence of Leningrad” (Russian: «ЗА ОБОРОНУ ЛЕНИНГРАДА»), awarded to participants in the prolonged defence of the city during the Siege of Leningrad, one of the most significant and devastating sieges of the Second World War.
The medal is struck in brass and measures 32 mm in diameter with a raised rim. The obverse features a detailed relief composition depicting a group of Soviet soldiers in winter gear advancing with rifles at the ready, symbolizing the दृढ़ resistance of the city’s defenders. Behind them rises the Admiralty building of Leningrad, anchoring the scene geographically. Along the upper circumference runs the inscription “FOR THE DEFENCE OF LENINGRAD” («ЗА ОБОРОНУ ЛЕНИНГРАДА»), with a five-pointed star positioned at the base.
The reverse bears the hammer and sickle emblem above the inscription “FOR OUR SOVIET MOTHERLAND” («ЗА НАШУ СОВЕТСКУЮ РОДИНУ»), consistent with the standard reverse design of Soviet campaign medals.
The medal is suspended from a standard Soviet pentagonal mount, fitted with a 24 mm silk moiré ribbon in olive-green with a central green stripe. The ribbon may show 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 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”
€85,00Authentic 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”
€85,00Authentic 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.