Russia, Soviet Union. A Medal for Distinction in Protecting the State Border of the USSR Buy Now surmounted by a period imperial

surmounted by a period imperial crown also in silver gilt

ribbon on the VM is reverse mounted

measuring 485 mm in total length when inserted into the scabbard

inscribed "FASCIO di ANDRIA VIII= SETTORE R DI PALMA"

returning to France

Russia, Soviet Union. A Medal for Distinction in Protecting the State Border of the USSR Buy Now surmounted by a period imperial( .). Instituted in 1950. In silver, measuring 32 mm (w) x 36. 8 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, original ribbon, mounted to a five sided magnetic metal suspension with pinback, edge nicks, light contact overall, better than very fine. Footnote: The Medal for Distinction in Protecting the State Border of the USSR was established by the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet of the USSR on July 13, 1950 and was awarded for achievements in guarding the