Lot 3115
Documented Order of the Red Banner of USSR Regimental Unit Award. Type 2. Award # 62902. Silver. Type 2, screwback with "???????? ????" mintmark on reverse. Original silver nut. Comes with original temporary certificate and original receipt of temporary certificate confirming this order to be awarded to the 754th "Kingisepp" Howitzer Regiment, by decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Council of the USSR. Date of decree is March 22, 1944. Award number is specified on both documents. Miniscule chips on red enamel, negligible scratches on white enamel, all seem to be signs of wear on a regimental banner. Nice dark patina 754th Regiment first distinguished itself at fierce battles for the defense of Leningrad in 1942, than throughout the WWII, as part of Leningrads’ front, and finally at the liberation of the city of Kingisepp (February 1, 1944). Bestowed the honorary designation of "Kingisepp" Regiment. Last WWII commander was Colonel Bakanov N.A. Extremely rare documented UNIT AWARD and elusive in private hands.Condition: Miniscule chips on red enamel, negligible scratches on white enamel, all seem to be signs of wear on a regimental banner. Nice dark patina. Estimate Value $3,000 - UP
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