Rare Early Soviet Russian Order of the Red Banner of the RSFSR, No. 3036. An impressive early Soviet Order of the Red Banner of the RSFSR, the first Soviet military order, instituted in 1918. Silver construction with red and white enamel, featuring the iconic revolutionary composition of red banner, star, hammer and sickle, plow, torch and bayonet, with [R.S.F.S.R.] below. Early screw-back construction with original-style retaining hardware. Reverse hand-engraved with the low serial number 3036. A scarce and highly desirable early example of one of the most historically significant Soviet military decorations. Dimensions: 42 x 37 mm. Weight: 25.08 g including retaining hardware.