Exceptionally Early Soviet Russian Order of the Patriotic War, 2nd Class, Type I, No. 274, 1942. Soviet Order of the Patriotic War, 2nd Class, Type I, dating to the first year of the award, 1942. Silver and red enamel construction with a separately applied solid-gold hammer-and-sickle emblem. Retains the characteristic early rectangular red-ribbon suspension and vertical retaining pin on the reverse. Serial numbered 274, an exceptionally low and highly desirable early production number. A scarce and impressive early wartime example of one of the most iconic Soviet military decorations. Dimensions: 42.11mm, excluding suspension loop. Weight: 36.25g, complete with suspension and screw plate.