Order of Combat Valor, Type 1, Variation 2, #1040, 1959 - early 1960s.

Silver gilt, enamels; 47.7 mm tall, 49.7 mm wide; weighs 49.0 g not including the screw plate. Riveted three-piece construction; displays trademark high quality of the Soviet Mint. Variation 2 featuring two rivets and circular depression in the middle of the reverse. Note the extremely early serial number, the lowest we have observed for this variation (the lowest possible number for this version is 1001)

In very fine to excellent condition. The beautiful multicolored enamel on the state emblem is perfect and its details show practically no wear. The white enamel on the starburst rays has a single small surface chip near the edge at approximately 2 O'clock position, not penetrating to silver and therefore not too noticeable nor detracting. Besides that, there are only a couple of microscopic flakes and contact marks that are completely unnoticeable to the naked eye. The raised portions of the gold rays have a few minor dings, but their original fire gilt finish is fully preserved and bright. There is very attractive dark patina to silver on the reverse. The screw post is full length, over 14.5 mm.

Item# 34564

$295.00