USSR Supreme Soviet Deputy Badge - Silver MD N165 For Sale

Rare USSR Supreme Soviet Deputy Badge - Silver & Hot Enamel - Screwback #165 Mint Marked "МД"
Description:For your consideration is an exceptional, 100% authentic post-WWII Supreme Soviet of the USSR Deputy Badge (Screwback Variation). This historical piece was produced at the Leningrad Mint (Monetny Dvor) prior to the 1959 transition to pin-back fasteners.
Item Specifications:• Country of Origin: USSR (Soviet Union)• Type: Supreme Soviet Deputy Membership Badge• Serial Number: No. 165 (Desirable low three-digit engraving)• Composition: Solid Silver (.925) with original gold plating (gilding)• Fastener: Threaded screwback configuration with period-correct brass wing-nut/screwplate• Mint Mark: Stamped "МД" (Monetny Dvor) on the upper right reverse corner
Condition Report:The obverse face features a beautifully preserved, translucent cherry-red hot enamel flag showing the underlying wavy "guilloché" sunray texturing. The enamel is stable and bright, showing only light surface micro-scuffs from period wear under magnification—strictly NO structural chipping, deep fractures, or modern fills. The silver reverse retains an attractive, natural deep gray patina with completely crisp hand-engraved numbering and mint stamping. Threaded screwpost is full length and unshortened.
A premier, uncleaned, and honest investment piece for collectors of Soviet phaleristics and Cold War political history.
Shipping & Guarantees:Insured shipping with tracking. Authenticity unconditionally guaranteed for life.