USSR Soviet Moscow City Pin St George Slaying Dragon 1147 1987 Anniversary Badg For Sale

1. Type- Vintage Collectible Pinback2. Subject- Moscow Anniversary Heraldry3. Year- Nineteen Eighty Seven4. Country- Soviet Union USSR5. Material- Lightweight Aluminum Metal6. Enamel- Red Silver Cold7. Imagery- Saint George Dragon8. Shape- French Heraldic Shield9. Era- Late Soviet Period10. Theme- Russian City History11. Language- Cyrillic Russian Text12. Backing- Safety Pin Clasp13. Origin- Russian Federation Manufacture14. Milestone- Eight Fortieth Anniversary15. Category- Souvenir Lapel Badge16. Style- Classic Communist Znachok17. Condition- Vintage Preowned State18. Purpose- Commemorative City Souvenir19. Collectibility- Historical Regional Memorabilia20. Inscription- Mockba Founding Date21. Country- Soviet Union ManufacturePremium Listing DescriptionThis is an original, authentic Soviet-era lapel pin (znachok) commemorating the 840th anniversary of the founding of Moscow (1147–1987). Crafted from lightweight aluminum with a vibrant red and silver cold enamel finish, this collectible item showcases classic late-twentieth-century Soviet regional craftsmanship. The pin is designed in a traditional French heraldic shield shape and features the iconic Moscow coat of arms.
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Why Add This to Your Collection?• Historical Milestone: Commemorates the specific 1987 anniversary of Moscow\'s founding before the dissolution of the Soviet Union.• Iconic Iconography: Features Saint George the Victorious striking down the dragon, a timeless symbol of victory and heritage.• Authentic Propaganda: Represents classic Soviet \"znachki\" culture, which served as popular wearable tokens of civic pride.• Striking Display: Vibrant red enamel fields contrast beautifully with raised silver-toned relief work for excellent visual appeal.
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Collector Notes• Era of Manufacture: Late Soviet Period (1987).• Material Composition: Aluminum base with multi-colored cold enamel overlay.