Medal for Victory over Japan, Variation 1, #5586, late 1940s.

In gilded brass and enamels, stamped serial number to the reverse (note the relatively low serial number even for the Variation 1). Medallion measures 42.4 mm tall (incl. eyelet), 39.5 mm wide. This is the first version of the medal featuring concaved reverse. Excellent quality throughout.

In excellent condition - very uncommon for this award. The gilt is nicely preserved and bright on both the obverse and reverse. The enamel on the star and white Soembo emblem is essentially perfect, free of the usual chips or flaking. The enamel on the suspension has only microscopic contact marks, otherwise pristine (there are couple of tiny spots where it appears uneven due to manufacturing imperfections - this is not a result of wear.) The screw post is of full length, nearly 14 mm, and includes original screw plate marked "Moscow Artists Cooperative".

/Khuujii Urnukh, "The Orders and Medals of the Mongolian People's Republic", pp. 187-188/.

Item# 35765

$65.00