Russia, Soviet Union. An “Excellence in Socialist Competition of the Ministry of Coal Industry of the USSR” Badge Republic of 57 mm (h - inclusive

57 mm (h - inclusive of integral ring)

While there are many possible causes for a coin being holed

Knights Cross with Swords - Silver gilded

distinguished himself by outstanding meritorious service as Chief

measuring 13 mm (w) x 11 mm (h)

Russia, Soviet Union. An “Excellence in Socialist Competition of the Ministry of Coal Industry of the USSR” Badge Republic of 57 mm (h - inclusiveConstructed of bronze and enamels, depicting a coal worker holding a pneumatic hammer in one hand while wielding a flag bearing a profile of Stalin and Lenin looking left, the reverse with a threaded screw post and a non matching screw plate, unmarked, measuring 27. 11 mm (w) x 39. 9 mm (l), in fine condition.