Russia, Soviet Union. A Scarce Voroshilov Sharpshooter Badge, II. Grade, Red Army “RKKA” Variant Newly Listed with Cyrillic initials “ИО”

with Cyrillic initials “ИО”

(Eisernes Kreuz Patriotisches-Medaille)

TIRAH 1897-98 (silver

minor oxidation and loss of finish is evident

large rosette on a frayed original ribbon

Russia, Soviet Union. A Scarce Voroshilov Sharpshooter Badge, II. Grade, Red Army “RKKA” Variant Newly Listed with Cyrillic initials “ИО”( ). Instituted in 1932. Constructed of bronzed magnetic metal, the obverse with a central red enameled 5 pointed Soviet star with a sharpshooter superimposed on the badge, with a red enameled banner on a circular badge inscribed with PKKA, the reverse with a threaded post and backing plate, marked with the maker mark of the Moscow Mint, measuring 53. 2 mm (w) x 45. 5 mm (l), a scarce badge in fine condition.