Description:

Russian state award initially meant for veterans of World War II but now given to members of the Armed Forces for exceptional service. Its name is in honor of Georgy Zhukov, Marshal of the Soviet Union, and the most decorated general in Soviet Union history. The 3 cm. dia. brass medal bears the bust of Zhukov in uniform, with his name in Russian above. Below the bust are two branches, one of oak leaves and the other is laurels. On the reverse at the center in relief is: '1896-1996' above a single oak and laurel branch. The medal is suspended from a Russian pentagonal mount, 1.75 in. x 2 in., covered in a half red and half orange and black striped ribbon. A few tarnished spots on the reverse most noticeably on the oak branch, else fine.

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May 29, 2022 8:00 AM EDT
Elkton, MD, US

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