Russia, Soviet Union. A Medal of Ushakov, Wartime Issue Auction participants in the defence of

participants in the defence of the Caucasus received their medal from regional or city Councils of People's Deputies of the Stavropol and Krasnodar territories Soviets of Workers' Deputies

although it did not require them to undertake military action

the paper having come loose over time

In the middle of each shoulder board rests a stylized gilt brass “HV” insignia pinned through the underside of the wool

Russia, Soviet Union. A Medal of Ushakov, Wartime Issue Auction participants in the defence of( ) Medal of Ushakov, silver, 36. 8 mm (width) x 46. 2 mm (height including its integral chain and anchor suspension), obverse with left facing bust of Admiral Fyodor Ushakov within a beaded border, inscription (Admiral Ushakov) above, one five pointed star in middle of the name, laurel branches and ribbon below, reverse with central anchor motif and serial number 4927, on a period original pentagonal suspension with light blue silk ribbon edged in