Brass, "cold" enamels and lacquer; the medallion measures 43.5 mm in height incl. eyelet, 42.4 mm in width. This version of the badge is slightly larger than the Leningrad Mint issue and has a sharper counter-relief and less grainy surface on the reverse. The reverse of the medallion shows the raised logo of the Moscow Mint.

Very fine to excellent condition. The enamel and lacquer finish of the medallion are perfect. There is a small amount of tarnish at the lower edge of the suspension, which is not too noticeable or detractive. The ribbon shows wear at the edges but is oth

Brass, "cold" enamels and lacquer; the medallion measures 43.5 mm in height incl. eyelet, 42.4 mm in width. This version of the badge is slightly larger than the Leningrad Mint issue and has a sharper counter-relief and less grainy surface on the reverse. The reverse of the medallion shows the raised logo of the Moscow Mint.

Very fine to excellent condition. The enamel and lacquer finish of the medallion are perfect. There is a small amount of tarnish at the lower edge of the suspension, which is not too noticeable or detractive. The ribbon shows wear at the edges but is otherwise intact and clean. Comes with an original unmarked screw plate which is correct for this badge.

This badge was issued primarily to participants of the Afghan campaign, although some veterans of other Soviet foreign interventions also received it in the late 80s - early 90s.

/Borisov, Badges of the Soviet Armed Forces , fig. 298/
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