Russia, Soviet Union. An Artillery Proficiency Badge United Republic of This is a mint late

This is a mint late war (1945) award document for a Bronze Grade Infantry Assault badge

88 mm (w) x 49

the suspension loop maker marked with Präsidialkanzlei code “65” for Klein & Quenzer

he was in poor health but carried on

Verdun Medal (in bronze gilt

Russia, Soviet Union. An Artillery Proficiency Badge United Republic of This is a mint lateA Soviet artillery proficiency badge, constructed of bronze, consisting of a shield decorated with oak leaves on either side, with a pair of crossed cannons at the base and a central Hammer and Sickle in gilt, the reverse with a threaded screw post accompanied by a backing plate, unmarked, measuring 34. 2 mm (w) x 43. 2 mm (l), weighing 21. 78 grams, in near very fine condition.