Russia (Soviet Union): Medal 'For the Defence of the Caucasus 1942-1943. Instituted 1944

Awarded to all Soviet military and civilians who participated in the defence of the Caucasus region between July 1942 and 9 October 1943 It is estimated that 870,000 x medals were awarded to qualifying personnel Medal fitted with five sided riband mounting plate that retains the original hinged pin and clasp fittings on the reverse Condition: About VF