Russia, Soviet Union. A Medal for the Defence of Odessa 1942
(Медаль за оборону Одессы). Instituted in 1942. In brass, measuring 32.3 mm (w) x 37 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, very light contact and spotting, lightly soiled original ribbon, mounted to a five-sided magnetic metal suspension with pinback, near extremely fine.
Footnote: The Medal for the Defence of Odessa was instituted on December 22, 1942 and awarded to all those who participated in the Defence of Odessa between August 10 and October 16 of 1942.

