Red Star. - Page 67

Wagner · 03-01-2009, 04:51 AM

No. 1110534

Lauri · 03-30-2009, 01:57 PM

Got today again one MZPP Star, condition- lux! Typically written serial number 2244337. Nice!!

Nota Bene · 04-07-2009, 07:41 PM

I wouldn't call this condition de lux, but certainly well above average :thumbsup:thumbsup

Alexei

Koba64 · 04-11-2009, 05:24 PM

I am wondering if anyone could advise me if my deductions are correct please.
The Order of the Red Star was first used as a long service award in 1944, would then an order with a serial number under 301 000 be a nailed on certainty to be a combat award, by which I mean that when I research it I will be rewarded by a boys own tale of heroism :D

I apologise if this subject has been covered elsewhere on this site.

Cheers.

Mike

EricFG · 04-11-2009, 06:10 PM

Almost certainly. And probably awarded in Sept of 43!
Go forth and research. :)

Kirchgoens · 04-11-2009, 11:49 PM

I think long service awarding started in the summer of '43, ending in later '57 (with some stragglers in early '58), didn't it?

I'd still say that the odds are good this is a non-LS award.

jefflgarrison · 04-12-2009, 12:31 AM

First recorded "Long Service" award in "Echoes of War" was in November, 1944 and was #848.076. I think you are safe to get it researched.

Koba64 · 04-12-2009, 04:40 PM

That's marvelous chaps, thanks for your advice, I'm also glad I managed to negotiate myself onto the right track...yay! I'm not senile yet :thumbsup

I can feel another question coming on :)

I've Googled for the Russian State archive and found this list http://www.iisg.nl/abb/D.php
I cant seem to find Podolsk which I believe is the place I need to be.

Could anyone shed a ray of light for me as I'm begining to stumble around in the dark..

Cheers.
Mike

ade stevenson · 04-14-2009, 09:42 AM

Hi Guys, I thought that I would share this with you. Bought from a friend this past weekend.

There is a small flake off the enamel at about the 3 o'clock position.

I have added the serial number, 1835635, to the forum database. I am guessing this is a 1945-1946 issued award?

I should have another Red Star coming next week. :thumbsup

Cheers, Ade.

Esteban_cool · 04-14-2009, 01:59 PM

Congratulations, Ade! Nice RS indeed.
BTW, is that enamel crimson or it looks like that because of the photo effect?

04-07-2009, 07:41 PM	#663
Nota Bene Senior Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: New York USA Posts: 2,296	Re: My Red Star Order collection I wouldn't call this condition de lux, but certainly well above average :thumbsup:thumbsup Alexei

04-11-2009, 05:24 PM	#664
Koba64 Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Southern England (Daarzet) Age: 60 Posts: 36	Novice Red Star question. I am wondering if anyone could advise me if my deductions are correct please. The Order of the Red Star was first used as a long service award in 1944, would then an order with a serial number under 301 000 be a nailed on certainty to be a combat award, by which I mean that when I research it I will be rewarded by a boys own tale of heroism :D I apologise if this subject has been covered elsewhere on this site. Cheers. Mike

04-11-2009, 06:10 PM	#665
EricFG Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Naples, Florida, USA Age: 59 Posts: 1,496	Re: Novice Red Star question. Almost certainly. And probably awarded in Sept of 43! Go forth and research. :) __________________ "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.'

04-11-2009, 11:49 PM	#666
Kirchgoens Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: US Mid Atlantic Age: 57 Posts: 351	Re: Novice Red Star question. I think long service awarding started in the summer of '43, ending in later '57 (with some stragglers in early '58), didn't it? I'd still say that the odds are good this is a non-LS award.

04-12-2009, 12:31 AM	#667
jefflgarrison Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Gdańsk, Poland Age: 59 Posts: 381	Re: Novice Red Star question. First recorded "Long Service" award in "Echoes of War" was in November, 1944 and was #848.076. I think you are safe to get it researched. __________________ "Who will come to us with a sword - will be killed by a sword. Who will come to us with a feather - will be tickled by a feather!" - citation of Alexander Nevski

04-12-2009, 04:40 PM	#668
Koba64 Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Southern England (Daarzet) Age: 60 Posts: 36	Re: Novice Red Star question. That's marvelous chaps, thanks for your advice, I'm also glad I managed to negotiate myself onto the right track...yay! I'm not senile yet :thumbsup I can feel another question coming on :) I've Googled for the Russian State archive and found this list http://www.iisg.nl/abb/D.php I cant seem to find Podolsk which I believe is the place I need to be. Could anyone shed a ray of light for me as I'm begining to stumble around in the dark.. Cheers. Mike Last edited by Koba64; 04-12-2009 at 05:37 PM. Reason: poor grammar and a bit vague. also forgot the link..

04-14-2009, 01:59 PM	#670
Esteban_cool Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Santiago, Chile Age: 36 Posts: 1,103	Re: New buy: Order of the Red Star Congratulations, Ade! Nice RS indeed. BTW, is that enamel crimson or it looks like that because of the photo effect?

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