Russia, Soviet Union. An Order of the Red Banner, Type III Hold gilt wear evident on the

gilt wear evident on the Medal for Italian Unification

marked on reverse pin with 18Kt

ranging in size from 65 mm x 90 mm to 97 mm x 144 mm)

an exceptional example of a superior grade zink badge retaining virtually all of its original finish and demonstrating only minimal age-related bubbling

two worn examples in overall very fine condition

Russia, Soviet Union. An Order of the Red Banner, Type III Hold gilt wear evident on the( ). Instituted in 1924. In silver with red and white enamels, mint marked " " (Monetny Dvor) and number engraved "436740" on the reverse, measuring 36. 3 mm (w) x 44. 7 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, original ribbon, mounted to a five sided magnetic metal suspension with pinback, intact enamels, very light contact, extremely fine. Footnote: The Order of the Red Banner was instituted on August 1, 1924 and awarded to individuals for