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Order of the Red Star, Type 6, Variation 2 ("MZPP"),
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Order of the Red Star, Type 6, Variation 2 ("MZPP"),
#1851501, circa early to mid-1945.
Silver, enamels; 46.8 mm tall x 48.8 mm wide; weighs 29.4 g
not including the screw plate. This piece is a relatively
scarce version manufactured in 1945 at the Moscow
Platinpribor Factory (MZPP). It is from the first, smaller
MZPP series, with serial numbers 1792001 through 195000.
Features characteristically sloppy serial number engraving
and very small font of the "Monetnyi Dvor" mint mark which
is stamped in straight lines. Unlike some other specimens
from this series, the bayonet of the soldier's rifle is of
regular length, not "puncturing" the inner band of the
medallion. The reverse is relatively flat, without a
depression in its lower part.
In very fine condition. The enamel shows magnificent luster.
There is a surface flake at the tip of the top arm, another
miniscule flake near the tip of the upper left arm (the
latter is practically unnoticeable to the naked eye) and a
few microscopic contact marks, but no chips penetrating to
silver, significant scratches or other glaring flaws. The
center medallion exhibits mild wear to the highest points
and has a few tiny scratches on the background, its details
remain well-preserved and crisp. Attractive even toning to
silver on both sides. The screw post is full length, approx.
12.5 mm, and includes original WW2 era screw plate.
Item# 36433
$130.00 
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