The USSR Collection of Military and Civilian pins from 1926 to the 1980’s is a valuable and unique collectible set. This mint condition collection includes original pins from the Soviet Union, specifically focusing on the period of World War II. The featured refinements in this collection are orders and insignia, all originating from Russia. With a theme of militaria, this collection offers a glimpse into the history and military achievements of the Soviet Union during this tumultuous period. Ideal for collectors interested in Russian military history and memorabilia from the era of World War II. Can attest to the authenticity of each pin. The list of pins and their current value is listed below. This item is a vintage Soviet-era “Udarnik” (Shock Worker of Communist Labor) enamel pin badge, a collectible historical memorabilia item. Subject: Features the image of Vladimir Lenin alongside industrial and agricultural scenes. Purpose: Awarded in the Soviet Union to workers who displayed exemplary performance and labor discipline. This item is a pre-World War II Soviet Russian “For Excellent Shooting” (??????????????????) sniper award badge, established in 1926. It features a large, five-pointed red enameled star with a soldier aiming a rifle and a Maxim machine gun at the base. The central medallion displays a hammer and sickle emblem on a white background. It typically uses a screwback design for attachment to uniforms. While historical versions exist, modern reproductions are also commonly found for collectors. This item is a vintage Soviet Young Pioneer Lenin pin badge, specifically representing the Always Prepared! Design: Features the profile of Vladimir Lenin centered on a red five-pointed star with three flames above it, commonly made of brass and enamel. Significance: These badges were awarded to students upon joining the Vladimir Lenin All-Union Pioneer Organization in the USSR. This is a vintage Soviet-era enamel pin known as a “Shock Worker of the 10th Five-Year Plan” badge. The pin features a red banner with Cyrillic text, a gold star, wheat stalks, and a hammer and sickle symbol. This item is a vintage Soviet Union GTO badge (Ready for Labor and Defense of the USSR). Design: It features a stylized figure in stride against a red enamel background, framed by a gear and wheat stalks, with the text “??????????????????????? “. Purpose: These badges were awarded for achieving specific fitness requirements within the Soviet All-Union physical culture training program. This item is a vintage Soviet-era commemorative badge featuring a profile portrait of Vladimir Lenin on a red background, surrounded by a laurel and oak wreath with a hammer and sickle at the bottom. Subject: Vladimir Lenin, the first head of government of Soviet Russia and the Soviet Union. Purpose: These badges were issued to celebrate ideological loyalty, party events, or specific anniversaries, such as the 100th anniversary of Lenin’s birth in 1970. This item is a vintage Soviet-era pin badge featuring a silver-toned profile of Vladimir Lenin against a red enamel flag background. Type: Collectible historical memorabilia. Origin: Produced in the Soviet Union (USSR) prior to 1991. Features: Often made of silver-colored metal with red enamel, sometimes featuring a safety clasp. This item is a KGB Soviet-era badge, specifically honoring a staff member or indicating a special department of the military counterintelligence service. Design: Features a central star with a hammer and sickle, superimposed on a shield and sword design. Text: The red ribbon text indicates “KGB USSR” and “Special Departments”. This item is a vintage Soviet-era collectible enamel pin badge commemorating the Hero City of Minsk. Design: The badge features a gold-colored five-pointed star and a laurel branch on a red enamel background. Text: The top of the pin displays the inscription “????? ” in Russian, which translates to “MINSK”. This item is a vintage Soviet Union commemorative pin celebrating the 40th anniversary of victory in World War II. It features a gold-tone metal and red enamel design, with a total length of approximately 2 1/4 inches. The badge is a collectible piece of Soviet military-themed memorabilia.