Original Soviet-era Veteran of Labour (Ветеран труда) medal awarded in recognition of long and conscientious service to the state. Instituted in 1974, the award was presented throughout the Soviet Union to workers, employees, collective farmers and other citizens who demonstrated many years of dedicated labour.

The obverse features the classic Soviet hammer and sickle emblem with the inscription "ВЕТЕРАН ТРУДА" (Veteran of Labour), while the reverse bears the inscription "ЗА ДОЛГОЛЕТНИЙ ДОБРОСОВЕСТНЫЙ ТРУД", translating to "For Long and Conscientious Labour".

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Condition: Good vintage condition with age-related wear consistent with storage and handling. The medal displays light surface marks, scratches and minor areas of tarnishing. The silver-tone finish remains well preserved with clear detail to both obverse and reverse. The ribbon is clean overall with some minor wear and light creasing around the folds. Suspension ring and pin fitting remain intact and functional. Overall, a well-presented example of this iconic Soviet labour award. All photos are my own taken by me, and are of the actual exact product you shall receive. I do NOT use stock photos, all items shipped from the UK

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