Order of the Patriotic War
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Order of the Patriotic War, 2nd cl., Type 1, Var. 3, #19613,
awarded in June 1943 to a military topographer of the
Southwestern Front for his contribution in building fortified
defense lines. A highly unusual award recommendation! The
order has not been re-converted and includes complete
original suspension device. In fine overall condition, an
attractive piece despite some enamel damage and repair.
Comes with archival research.

Order of the Patriotic War 2nd cl., Type 3, #6540243, with a
document and original issue box, 1989. A very uncommon
special issue to a foreigner, apparently a Czech
national. The document has facsimile signature of Mikhail
Gorbachev and differs in many other details from the common
1985 version. The award and order booklet are in near mint
condition.