with the latter resulting in some deterioration of the binding
chipping and loss evident in the green enamels on the wreath
constructed of red wool with gold twisted bullion trim
an extremely rare collar in extremely fine condition
a sculptor
Russia, Soviet Union. Two Medals For Combat Service (Aka Medals "For Battle Merit") Auction Archive with the latter resulting in( ). Instituted in 1938. Includes: 1. Medal for Combat Service, Type I: in silver with red enamels, number impressed "210435" on the reverse, measuring 32 mm (w) x 36. 8 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, intact enamels, circular highlight evident on the reverse, edge nicks, bruised, contact marks, suspended from a ribboned rectangular hanger with screwback, mint marked " " (Monetny Dvor) on the screwback. 2. Medal for Combat Service, Type II: in