In brass; measures 37.0 mm in height (incl. eyelet), 32.1 mm in width; weighs 16.3 g without the suspension and connecting link. Features stamped Leningrad mint mark ЛМД ("LMD") to the eyelet. Note the characteristic vertical line - a result of a die break - in the upper part of the obverse extending from the bottom edge of the soldier's fur hat to the eyelet.

Excellent condition. The medallion is free of visible wear of any kind. The raised details are perfect and crisp. The "gilt" mint luster is clearly visible in recessed areas on both sides. There is a tiny

In brass; measures 37.0 mm in height (incl. eyelet), 32.1 mm in width; weighs 16.3 g without the suspension and connecting link. Features stamped Leningrad mint mark ЛМД ("LMD") to the eyelet. Note the characteristic vertical line - a result of a die break - in the upper part of the obverse extending from the bottom edge of the soldier's fur hat to the eyelet.

Excellent condition. The medallion is free of visible wear of any kind. The raised details are perfect and crisp. The "gilt" mint luster is clearly visible in recessed areas on both sides. There is a tiny amount of tarnish on the reverse which is not detractive and actually adds character. Comes on original aluminum suspension with a well-preserved vintage ribbon.

This medal is a relatively uncommon "Voenkomat" issue - i.e., "catch-up" award to veterans of the campaign in the Arctic who for some reason did not receive the medal in the earlier years. Unlike the Variation 3 Defense of the Polar Region Medal, most other "Voentkomat" medals do not have a mint mark.
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