The size is continental standard 6" x 4", unmailable without a cover; published by the Visual Arts Publishing House, circulation 200,000. The postcard is #11 in a set showcasing the Soviet Navy ships. The annotation on the reverse is s brief informational about Soviet cruisers, their armament, and most common functions in the Navy. The image is an artist's rendition of the exercises; the artist's name, A. Babanovskiy, is printed at the bottom on the reverse.

In excellent condition, no wear but microscopic corner bumps.