Russia
USSR gold & silver Order of Bognan Khmelnitsky Second Class Breast Star ND (Instituted 1943) AU (scratches), Barac-1023, M&S-pg. 118 (R3). Type 4, Screwback. This order was established by decree of the Supreme Soviet in 1943. It was given to members of the armed forces who demonstrated outstanding courage and patpatriotism during the liberation of Ukraine in 1943. Obv. Ten-pointed and rayed silver star with a 24mm gold medallion picturing Ukrainian hero Bognan Khmennitsky. The Russian words, Bognan Khmelnitsky, surround his head. Rev. The reverse has a central screwpost with the mintmark "Monetny Dvor" below and and engraved serial #1383 near the edge at six o'clock.
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Estimate: 4000-5000 USD