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This thread is for posting newly observed high and low serial numbers for the Order of the Red Banner of Labor. As everyone knows, Paul McDaniel's book is somewhat outdated for the serial number ranges he gives, so all members are asked to look at their RBL's and post here anything which is out range for their respective type and variation..Please post an image of your award if possible. For those who don't have McDaniel's book and would still like to participate, you can see most of these on the main site: http://www.soviet-awards.com/orders6.htm#order12

McDaniel Observed Numbers for Order of the Red Banner of Labor (page 149 in McDaniels book "The Comprehensive Guide to Soviet Orders and Medals).

Lowest observed serial numbers are on top, highest are on bottom, newly observed lows and highs posted in red italic.

Type 1, 1928 Version, Screwback, Variation 1
39
220

Type 1, 1928 Version, Screwback, Variation 2
1196
2748

Forum Observed #s
938

Type 2, 1936 Version, Screwback, Variation 1
1098
7655

Type 2, 1936 Version, Screwback, Variation 2
5443
11622

Forum Observed #'s
4935

Type 2, 1936 Version, Screwback, Variation 3
9432
13267

Type 3, "Long Oval", 5-sided suspension, Variation 1
23938
43024

Type 3, "Long Oval", 5-sided suspension, Variation 2
64408
134303

Type 4, "Semi-Long Oval", 5-sided suspension
135463
194944

Type 5, "Short Oval", 5-sided suspension, Variation 1
197966
254774

Type 5, "Short Oval", 5-sided suspension, Variation 2
252398
364540

Type 6, "Ring Reverse", 5-sided suspension, Variation 1
369891
407695

Type 6, "Ring Reverse", 5-sided suspension, Variation 2
437425
1259320

Forum Observed #'s
420184