Russia, Soviet Union. A Medal For The Defence Of Sevastopol certificate_of_authenticity 5 mm (w) x 50

5 mm (w) x 50 mm (h) each

" in the medal bed)

(1903 issue)

A poem entitled "To the Portrait Of A Hero" was dedicated to First Lieutenant Hawkins

featuring an oval badge in bronze gilt with red

Russia, Soviet Union. A Medal For The Defence Of Sevastopol certificate_of_authenticity 5 mm (w) x 50( ). Instituted in 1942. In brass, measuring 32. 2 mm (w) x 36. 8 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, edge nicks, spotting and surface wear overall, original ribbon, mounted to a five sided magnetic metal suspension with pinback, better than very fine. Footnote: The Medal for the Defence of Sevastopol was instituted on December 22, 1942 and was awarded to service and civilian personnel who participated in the defence of Sevastopol between November