Bulgaria People's Republic of Bulgaria

[John F.]

Here is the "Order 9 September 1944" 3rd emission, 1cl with swords and case. This was a massive award with enamel on both sides. This version/emission is consider rare because it was only awarded during a very short period beginning in the late 1960s and endeing in early part of 1970.

[John F.]

These are obviously very nice, now that i get to see a decent picture of it. Nice example, John. What would i have to pay for the screwback-version now?

best regards,

Gerd

Hi Gerd,

It will set you back about $65 USD.

Edited October 23, 2006 by John F.

[John F.]

Here is another simple Bulgarian award. It is a Combat Merit Medal that was established on December 13, 1950. It was awarded to personnel in the Armed Forces (PRB) and in the Ministry of Interior (secret police - MVR) for military achievement, defense of the boarders and internal/external security of the country. It was also to be awarded for bravery on the battlefield.

[John F.]

This is the big daddy of Bulgarian Awards. This is a cased Order of George Dimitrov?2nd emission. This order was one of the highest Bulgarian awards and was always presented with the Hero of the PRB Gold Star. The Order of George DimitrovIt is also known as the little brother of the Order of Lenin.

The order was first instituted on June 17, 1950. The order is made of gold and enamel with the face of George Dimitrov - the Bulgarian Communist Party leader. The order is also inscribed with "George Dimitrov" name under his relief. The second emission is made of 31 grams of 14ct gold and is hollow. On the reverse there is two holes and is not number. The Order of George Dimitrov was awarded approximately to4000 people.

[John F.]

Close-up...Smile George!

[Riley1965]

Hi Gerd,

It will set you back about $65 USD.

First, I love it Second, the price is good any way you look at it!! It's on my ever -growing list of ODMs to buy Yes, it's a long list.

Doc

[Eric Gaumann]

Here is the "Order 9 September 1944" 3rd emission....

I see this word a lot in reference to Eastern Euro countries. What exactly does "emission" mean please?

[John F.]

I see this word a lot in reference to Eastern Euro countries. What exactly does "emission" mean please?

In a nut shell it means variation.

[Ed_Haynes]

A nice boxed pair that lives with me.

See: http://gmic.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=3778

[Riley1965]

Ed,

That's beyond nice!!! One day, maybe...?

Doc

[Wiley Winter]

And Finally...

The Badge of Patriotic Fighter, 1st Class.

Doc

Doc,

I'm new to Eastern European orders and medals.

What's the story on the Badge of Patriotic Fighter, 1st Class?

Thanks,

Wiley

[Riley1965]

Hi Wiley,

I don't have an answer for you. Hopefully, someone here can shed some light on this medal.

Doc