Russia, Soviet Union. A Soviet Air Force Mechanic And Technician School Graduation Badge, C.1940 Hold Private John Alexander McArthur was

Private John Alexander McArthur was awarded the British War Medal and the Victory Medal

it was restricted to subjects of noble families with proofs of at least eight noble great-grandparents

that had been named for Louisburg

intact enamels and glass inlays

Russia, Soviet Union. A Soviet Air Force Mechanic And Technician School Graduation Badge, C.1940 Hold Private John Alexander McArthur wasConstructed of silvered bronze with enamels, the obverse consisting of a pair of wings with detailed feathering, topped by a red enameled five pointed star, with a central crossed hammer and wrench on top of machinery, the reverse with a screw and backplate, maker marked for the State Mint, measuring 56. 30 mm (w) x 35. 79 mm (h), some loss of finish evident, in overall near extremely fine condition.