Damaged, Repair, Clean, Preserve Soviet Awards And Documents. - Page 24

Riley1965 · 10-22-2006, 10:38 AM

Jeff,
Seeing your ORS (my favorite Soviet Order) I can see where the lack of enamel would bother you. Still, if it were mine I'd leave it as is. As for the "ring" I'm not sure. Bottom line, you are the guardian of this ORS that was awarded to somone for valor or long service. Please keep this in mind when making your decision.

Best,
Doc

Lapa · 10-22-2006, 10:40 AM

Jeff,

What do you call "the ring"?

Marc

EricFG · 10-22-2006, 01:03 PM

Ooo Jeff, I like that one a lot. Nice low number, too.
It's a beauty. Display it with pride!

jefflgarrison · 10-22-2006, 01:03 PM

sorry, guess I should better say, the screwback. The thingy (very technical term) that screws onto the medal.

Also, I was watching a #67,410 on eB?y with two enamel arms missing. It went for $113.50. Now, the question begs, are these people screwy or what? I paid $15.00 for mine and felt I over paid.

Lapa · 10-22-2006, 01:57 PM

Jeff,

In good shape (enamel intact), RS with screwpost base costs about $100 these days. The one on eBay was not worth that much, but if someone feels that he has too much money, why not?
The thingy is called a screwback plate. Please post a photo of it.

Marc

EricFG · 10-22-2006, 02:07 PM

When I get back home from the office today I'll post a pix of my ORB with enamel damage. Despite the damage I love that ORB.

jefflgarrison · 10-22-2006, 03:55 PM

Marc,

Here are examples (front and back) of both.

The first two photos are the "cheap" looking versions.

Second two are the better quality versions.

Definately like the second set since they give a better feel to the over all medal.

EricFG · 10-22-2006, 05:07 PM

Poor baby....has that "been there, blown that up" look to it.

Note damage to flag which is fairly common to see in older ORBs and damge to the enamel on the 3:30 and six o'clock arms of the red star.

Lapa · 10-23-2006, 02:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jefflgarrison

Marc,

Here are examples (front and back) of both.

The first two photos are the "cheap" looking versions.

Second two are the better quality versions.

Definately like the second set since they give a better feel to the over all medal.

Jeff,

I'll trade you any quantity of your cheap version for the same number of your better quality ones

Marc

Riley1965 · 10-23-2006, 08:54 AM

Jeff,
The same or similar action(s) may have resulted in the award of your Red Star, especially with the low serial number. Most likely NOT for long service...which leaves valor. I have one Order of the Red Banner and it has missing enamel. I wouldn't trade it for the world!!! Especially since I have the research now and know that his blood was spilled earning it.

Best,
Doc

View Poll Results: Repair or not
Leave the damn thing alone! Don't mess with what looks like a period repair	12	54.55%
Have the solder removed to make the serial number readable	9	40.91%
Repair the enamel only	0	0%
Remove the solder AND repair the enamel	1	4.55%
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10-22-2006, 10:38 AM	#231
Riley1965 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 612	Question about enamel repair Jeff, Seeing your ORS (my favorite Soviet Order) I can see where the lack of enamel would bother you. Still, if it were mine I'd leave it as is. As for the "ring" I'm not sure. Bottom line, you are the guardian of this ORS that was awarded to somone for valor or long service. Please keep this in mind when making your decision. Best, Doc

10-22-2006, 01:03 PM	#233
EricFG Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Naples, Florida, USA Age: 59 Posts: 1,496	Ooo Jeff, I like that one a lot. Nice low number, too. It's a beauty. Display it with pride! __________________ "patina imparts character" - PJS A wise man said: 'you should not pay a premium for what you want beyond your comfort level, and always ensure there is a mutually agreeable return policy.'

10-22-2006, 02:07 PM	#236
EricFG Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Naples, Florida, USA Age: 59 Posts: 1,496	When I get back home from the office today I'll post a pix of my ORB with enamel damage. Despite the damage I love that ORB. __________________ "patina imparts character" - PJS A wise man said: 'you should not pay a premium for what you want beyond your comfort level, and always ensure there is a mutually agreeable return policy.'

10-23-2006, 08:54 AM	#240
Riley1965 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 612	Question about enamel repair Jeff, The same or similar action(s) may have resulted in the award of your Red Star, especially with the low serial number. Most likely NOT for long service...which leaves valor. I have one Order of the Red Banner and it has missing enamel. I wouldn't trade it for the world!!! Especially since I have the research now and know that his blood was spilled earning it. Best, Doc

10-22-2006, 10:40 AM	#232
Lapa Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: St Petersburg, Russia Age: 63 Posts: 2,397	Jeff, What do you call "the ring"? Marc

10-22-2006, 01:03 PM	#234
jefflgarrison Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Gdańsk, Poland Age: 59 Posts: 381	sorry, guess I should better say, the screwback. The thingy (very technical term) that screws onto the medal. Also, I was watching a #67,410 on eB?y with two enamel arms missing. It went for $113.50. Now, the question begs, are these people screwy or what? I paid $15.00 for mine and felt I over paid.

10-22-2006, 01:57 PM	#235
Lapa Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: St Petersburg, Russia Age: 63 Posts: 2,397	Jeff, In good shape (enamel intact), RS with screwpost base costs about $100 these days. The one on eBay was not worth that much, but if someone feels that he has too much money, why not? The thingy is called a screwback plate. Please post a photo of it. Marc

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