Order "For Special Service To The Defence Of Social Order And State".

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I can't say either what the mark is there for, but I do know that it's not solid silver (look at the last picture of the reverse - the very top prong shows the wear to the bronze below). The pictures of the 1st class he sent me do not have this mark either. I suppose I'll just have to ask the seller. He knows I'm a novice and will understand.:)

Thanks for trying Greg.

Phillip

[Edit: I just looked at it again and I'm not completely certain about the "rubbed off" silver on the one prong. And upon closer examination, i.e. turning it in my hand, the "8" is the same stamp/mark "8" turned sideways. Doesn't mean I know anything more about it, but it does merit visiting a jewler friend of mine, when I get the time. Thanks again.]