Description Order of the October Revolution #40082 Variation 1 with 4 rivets Made of solid silver, gold and enamels. It measures 43.52 mm in height, 43.27 mm in width and weighs 31.1 grams without its suspension. The serial number and mint mark Monetni Dvor are located at the centre of the reverse. This early variation with 4 rivets is made out of three parts; the base piece, the pentagon center piece showing the Aurora cruiser and the gold hammer and sickle. In excellent condition with light overall wear. The details of the raised parts like the cruiser are perfectly visible and free from any noticeable dings and scratches. The enamels are well preserved without repairs, chipping or scratches. The gold hammer and sickle is original to the order and its connection ring has not been cut. The Order of the October Revolution (Орден Октябрьской Революции) was instituted on October 31, 1967. This was due to the 50th anniversary of the October Revolution. It was conferred upon individuals or groups for services furthering communism or the state. As well as for enhancing the defenses of the Soviet Union, military and civil. It is second highest Soviet order, after the Order of Lenin. Please contact us with questions
