Russian Soviet Order of the Red Star Enamel Screw Back & Research 1779836

The Russian Soviet Order of the Red Star, serial number 1779836, is a distinguished military decoration awarded by the Soviet Union. Instituted in 1930, the Order was granted to military personnel, security troops, and citizens for exceptional service in the defense of the Soviet Union in both war and peacetime. This particular example features the traditional five-pointed star design in silver with red enamel, showcasing a central medallion bearing a soldier armed with a rifle and the inscription “USSR” in Cyrillic. The item is fitted with a screw back attachment, which was typical for awards of this period, ensuring secure wear on uniform. The listed serial number allows for associated archival research, which can provide historical context regarding the recipient and the circumstances of the award. The Order of the Red Star remains one of the most recognized and awarded Soviet military honors of the twentieth century.