Original Soviet Russia 1970s/80s Distinction in Military Service Medal 1st Class For Sale

Original Soviet Russia 1970s/80s Distinction in Military Service Medal 1st ClassAwarded to soldiers of the Soviet Army, Navy, border and internal troops: for excellent performance in combat and political training; for special distinction in exercises and manoeuvres in combat service and combat duty; for bravery, selflessness, and other services, shown during military service. Only around 20,000 were awarded.
(За отличие в воинской службе). Instituted October 28th, 1974. A five-pointed convex star constructed of cupro-nickel, with five shields bearing the emblems of the main branches of the Soviet military between the arms of the cross, the obverse bearing a central medallion bearing the images of a soldier, sailor, and airman, surrounded by a gilt ring inscribed “For Distinction in Military Service” in Russian script, the reverse is plain, marked “MMD” for manufacture by the Moscow Mint, on a ribbon suspender with a gilded five-pointed star, measuring 36.9 mm (w) x 40.9 mm (l), weighing 26.54 grams.
Very nice condition and rare as First Class with star designator at top on ribbon.