UsSR Memorabilia

As memorabilia from the Soviet era commemorate the events that transpired during that era, Soviet pins (called Znachki) or authentic space flown materials can serve to mark important historical milestones.

Clawson notes that some awards established during the 1930s remained in use throughout World War II, making collecting prewar medals difficult due to postwar variations. Collectors must carefully distinguish prewar from postwar medals when making purchases for themselves or as gifts for loved ones.

Achievement and Honors

One of the most frequently-found pieces of ussr memorabilia are items related to special events. Perhaps most notable among them is a huge bear that served as the mascot for the 1980 Olympic Games; its presence was iconic at its closing ceremony and during that period, waving its hands at spectators as if greeting old friends! Ceramic bears from this event can often be found for sale in shops selling ussr memorabilia; similarly, one popular souvenir was awarded under this system: Lenin’s Order. It served as civilian equivalents to the military Order of Red Banner; such awards could include individuals, organisations enterprises or military units as recipients for exceptional work achieved.