Soviet Order of the Red Banner of Labour – Numbered & Mint Marked Example – USSR Civilian Decoration
A 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 № 1,178,419 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: № 1,178,419
- 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.
€110,00
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Historical Description
The Order of the Red Banner of Labour was established in 1928 and was one of the Soviet Union’s most prestigious civilian decorations.
It was awarded for exceptional achievements in:
- Industry
- Heavy manufacturing
- Science
- Engineering
- Agriculture
- Transportation
- Energy production
- Education
- Culture
Recipients included factory directors, engineers, scientists, collective farm workers, miners, railway workers, and prominent citizens who contributed significantly to the Soviet economy and society.
The design incorporates:
- The hammer and sickle.
- Industrial imagery.
- Wheat wreaths.
- Red banners.
- The slogan:
“Proletarians of all countries, unite!”
For decades it ranked among the most respected Soviet labor awards and was considered substantially more prestigious than the Badge of Honour.
