An extremely interesting and rare image. It shows the future (albeit short lived) MSU, seen here as an Army Commissar Second Rank, wearing his Five Year VChK-GPU badge which he was awarded in 1932.
Nice early one. I'd give my eye teeth for one of those.
"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.'