Russia, Soviet Union. A Medal For Bravery, Type Ii Hold Saskatchewan and Alberta

Saskatchewan and Alberta

Mary Challicom of Toronto

A scarce tab

5mm(w) x 22

period vaulted (likely done during war)

Russia, Soviet Union. A Medal For Bravery, Type Ii Hold Saskatchewan and AlbertaInstituted in 1938. In silver with red enamels, measuring 37 mm in diameter, intact enamels, edge nicks, very light contact, original ribbon, mounted to a five sided brass suspension with pinback, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Medal for Bravery was instituted on October 7, 1938 and awarded for personal bravery in a theater of operations; in defense of USSR borders; for performance of a soldier's duty in life risking situations; and for activities