The medallion is in solid gold (23 K), platinum and enamels; measures 43.0 mm in height incl. the eyelet, 38.3 mm in width; weighs 32.0 g, not including the suspension and connecting link. Features a rounded medallion and circular depression to the reverse. The serial number is stamped in the manner standard for its type.

In outstanding, excellent condition. The enamel is essentially perfect, showing a magnificent luster throughout and completely free of any wear visible to the naked eye; there are no more than one or two microscopic contact marks that are difficult to find

The medallion is in solid gold (23 K), platinum and enamels; measures 43.0 mm in height incl. the eyelet, 38.3 mm in width; weighs 32.0 g, not including the suspension and connecting link. Features a rounded medallion and circular depression to the reverse. The serial number is stamped in the manner standard for its type.

In outstanding, excellent condition. The enamel is essentially perfect, showing a magnificent luster throughout and completely free of any wear visible to the naked eye; there are no more than one or two microscopic contact marks that are difficult to find even with a 10x loupe.

The platinum bas-relief and gold wreath are pristine with perfect, exceptionally crisp details. The reverse is likewise pristine, having only a few microscopic contact marks, no scuffs, significant dings or scratches. The stippling is perfect. The rivets are tight.

Comes on an early post-war suspension device, two-layer model in steel with an integral catch of the pin. The ribbon is old but nicely preserved and clean. The connecting link appears to be original; its ends are still seamlessly joined with solder in the trademark manner of the Soviet mint. Overall, a superb example of the Order of Lenin of WW2 era.

Pavel Gladkikh was born in 1896 to an ethnically Russian family in the city of Petroalekasndrovsk (now Turtkul), Uzbekistan. In January 1919, during the Russian Civil War, he joined the Red Army and eventually became a career military officer. In 1938, he was awarded with the Medal for 20th Anniversary of RKKA. In November 1944, he received the Order of the Red Banner and a year later, the Order of Lenin, both for length of uninterrupted service in the military. At the end of WW2, Gladkikh had the rank of Engineer Colonel and was serving as a combat vehicle armament instructor at the prestigious Stalin Armored and Mechanized Corps Academy. Interestingly, despite his high rank and position, he was still not a party member at the time. Gladkikh remained on active duty at least through June 1949, at which point he was awarded with his second Order of the Red Banner.

Research Materials: photocopy of the award record card.
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