Watch List notes:

RUSSIAN MEDALS. ORDERS OF THE USSR. Researched Order of the Red Star. Type 3. Award # 2850. Medium " mintmark. Original silver nut. Awarded to junior commander Fedorov V.F., by decree of January 2, 1937, bestowed on October 7, 1937. For actions in Spain. Comes with official research from the Ministry of Defence of the Russian Federation, including several award cards and full military record (includes photo). Archival documents show that comrade Fedorov also received the order of the Red Banner for the Spanish War (numbered 1144), by decree of July 17, 1937, which was bestowed to him together with this Red Star. He also took part in the Finnish War, and was awarded in 1940 with Red Banner 2nd award number 284 for his actions. However, apparently he was severely wounded (in the eye and hand), and was serving in the rear during WWII. Retired in 1946 in the rank of Captain. Rare Red Star for the Spanish War, to a Spanish and Finnish War distinguished participant! Condition: Excellent with minimal signs of wear

Estimate: US$ 2,500