Russia, Soviet Union. A Medal for the Defence of Sevastopol Auction Archive light to moderate wear to

light to moderate wear to the gray finish

obverse centre presenting a silver Estonian Eagle clutching a sword in its right talon and a shield in its left talon

93mm (x 90mm including crown suspension)

A functional push-button release is inset into the reverse of the crossguard and connects to a clip which emanates from the ricasso to release the scabbard lock

He was awarded the DSM on June 30

Russia, Soviet Union. A Medal for the Defence of Sevastopol Auction Archive light to moderate wear toConstructed of gilded bronze, on loop for suspension with its period original ribbon affixed to a pentagonal backplate, unmarked, measuring 32. 10 mm in diameter, in near extremely fine condition.