Russia, Soviet Union. An Order of Alexander Nevsky, Number 2771 certificate_of_authenticity On June 16

On June 16

Right hand 70 lbs

engraving removed on reverse

an exceptionally rare decoration which remains in extremely fine condition

demonstrating an array of pin and loop attachments

Russia, Soviet Union. An Order of Alexander Nevsky, Number 2771 certificate_of_authenticity On June 16( ). Instituted July 29, 1942. Type III. Constructed of partially gilded silver with enamels, the obverse consisting of a five pointed star with white enamelled arms, superimposed over a radiant decagon and with a pair of poleaxes piercing the centrepiece, overlaid by a semi circular laurel leaf wreath joined together at the bottom by a shield bearing a hammer and sickle, in turn overlaying a sword, bow, and quiver of arrows, surrounding a central