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Explore Cold War history with this curated 8-piece lot of authentic vintage Soviet-era commemorative badges and pins (Znachoks). Dating from the 1960s to the 1980s, these aluminum and enamel badges reflect the diverse cultural, military, and scientific achievements of the USSR. This historic lot includes: • 1966 Luna 10 Space Probe Pin: Celebrating the first satellite to orbit the moon. • 1981 XXVI Communist Party Congress Badge: Commemorating the historic Moscow party assembly. • Polikarpov Po-2 Liaison Aircraft Pin: Representing the legendary Soviet WWII biplane. • WWII Soviet Navy 30th Anniversary Medal/Badge: Honoring naval actions from 1941-1975. • "Glory to the Warrior-Builders" Military Merit Star: Dedicated to engineering battalions. • "Glory to the Defenders of the Fatherland" Star: Classic Soviet military propaganda icon. • Young Pioneers Youth Pin: Medallion featuring young Vladimir Lenin. • Soviet Shield Athletic/Tourist Crest: Showing regional organization branding. All pins are in great vintage condition, maintaining bright enameling and fully functional rear pinback closures. A fantastic starter set for historical displays, shadow boxes, or military collectors. • Materials: Aluminum, paint, cold enamel infill. • Country of Origin: Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR).