Medal for Services in Combat “1938-1943”, Very low Number 54256

Description

Combat Service Medal with red gallon of 14 x 25 mm, 1st type, 2nd variant, version 1938-1943 with a very low number, a 54256, which indicates the early war period, complete with its rectangular back plate. The award consists of a 34 mm medal inscribed “ЗА БОЕВЫЕ ЗАСЛУГИ” (“For distinguished service in battle”), on a crossed saber with a rifle. At the upper end are the letters “CCCP” (“USSR”) in red enamel (remnants remain). This type of decoration was in use until 1943, when it was changed to the 2nd model.