Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia, numbered example
Key Information:
• Country: Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia
• Name: Order of Bravery
• Serial number: 53819
• Period: Second half of the 20th century
• Dimensions approx.: 44.60 x 40.11 mm
• Original ribbon and suspension
Medal Design:
The obverse features a dynamic military composition with rifle, banner, and radiating background.
Upper inscription: SMRT FAŠIZMU
Translation: Death to Fascism
Lower inscription: SLOBODA NARODU
Translation: Freedom to the People
A five-pointed star is positioned above the central composition.
The reverse is plain and stamped with serial number 53819.
Condition:
• Light surface wear consistent with age
• Natural patina to gilt finish
• Ribbon shows minor wear and fraying
• Reverse shows small handling marks
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Order of Bravery was one of the principal Yugoslav decorations awarded for acts of exceptional courage, especially during and after World War II.
Numbered examples are desirable among collectors of socialist and WWII-era Yugoslav awards.
Summary:
Original numbered Order of Bravery with ribbon. A solid and collectible example of a significant Yugoslav gallantry decoration.