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The date changes by flipping the case, the month by hand scrolling, and the day of the week in Cyrillic by a side handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perpetual desk calendar with folding lid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSouvenir:\u003c\/strong\u003e Odessa, relief medallion of the Potemkin Stairs and the Richelieu monument\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate display:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flip case for the date, hand-scrolled month, side handle for day of the week in Cyrillic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy-duty metal with polished chrome surface (carbolite interior)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protective textured pad to prevent slipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1960s-1970s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed, in good vintage condition with natural signs of age, a light patina and minor surface scuffs. The mechanism works, but with a vintage quirk: when switching to the next date, the internal digits sometimes stick or jam. Please examine the photos for the exact condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerpetual calendars were common desk accessories in Soviet offices and homes, and city souvenirs from places like Odessa often showed the local landmarks. The Potemkin Stairs, made famous by the 1925 film Battleship Potemkin, are the best-known symbol of the city, and the Richelieu monument stands at the top. It is a compact piece for collectors of Soviet desk items, Odessa and Ukrainian souvenirs, or anyone who likes a retro mechanical calendar.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67671563010197,"sku":"v1|406932259805|0","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/s-l1600_c77e5ed6-6671-4bc4-b41f-acac8a2136b2.jpg?v=1791481149"},{"product_id":"rare-vintage-soviet-desktop-composition-let-us-beat-swords-into-plowshares","title":"Soviet Desktop Composition 'Beat Swords into Plowshares' – Tula, Pen Holder","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Soviet desktop composition, \"Let Us Beat Swords into Plowshares\", is a souvenir inspired by the famous sculpture by Evgeny Vuchetich, showing a powerful smith forging a sword into a plowshare as a symbol of the move from war to peace. The gold-tone metal figure and anvil sit on a heavy dark carbolite (bakelite) base with three integrated brass shell casings that serve as pen, pencil or brush holders. 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There is natural oxidation and wear on the brass casings, which adds to its historical character. Please see all the photos for the detailed surface condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVuchetich's bronze \"Let Us Beat Swords into Plowshares\" was given to the United Nations in 1959 and is one of the best-known Soviet sculptures, so small desk versions like this were natural souvenirs. Tula is famous for its arms factories and metalwork, which gives the shell-casing holders a local meaning. 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The body keeps a glossy finish with vibrant colors, and no major cracks are visible on the casing. The metal parts show a natural patina. Working condition is unknown: the mechanism moves, but the lighter has not been filled with fuel or tested for spark or function. It is sold strictly as-is for collection, display, parts or restoration. The photos are an essential part of the description and show the exact cosmetic state.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTable lighters were a common feature of desks and living rooms in the mid-20th century, often chosen as much for their decorative bodies as for their function. Soviet examples with colorful marbled plastic are popular with collectors of tobacciana and Soviet desk accessories. 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It also makes a thoughtful gift for someone with an interest in Soviet history, craft traditions or vintage stationery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarefully packed and shipped worldwide from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67678811357333,"sku":"EBAY-406776480637","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/vintage-soviet-letter-opener-decorative-knife-1.jpg?v=1791646659"},{"product_id":"soviet-desk-set-dniprohes-dnieper-dam-writing-set","title":"Soviet Desk Set DniproHES – Dnieper Hydroelectric Station Writing Set with Box","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Soviet desk set is a detailed, stylized model of DniproHES, the Dnieper Hydroelectric Station in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, made in the USSR around the 1970s. The curved dam is rendered in alternating yellow and blue plastic “water flows” above a blue mirror-like strip, with the control building and a Lenin profile on the right. It comes with its original cardboard box labeled “Письменный прибор” (writing set).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Desk writing set \/ industrial souvenir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e DniproHES (Dnieper Dam), Lenin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1970s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bakelite, carbolite, colored plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Curved dam with yellow and blue water flows, control block with two gold-tone lightning rods, silver-tone bas-relief profile of Lenin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufacturer’s details and original price “ЦЕНА 16 РУБ 70 КОП” (16 rubles 70 kopecks) on the bottom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 1092 g (2.4 lb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSR (Soviet Union)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed, in excellent vintage condition. The colored plastic is vibrant and the black base retains its deep gloss. All elements are present and securely attached, with no major cracks or chips visible. The box shows wear, scuffing and vintage aging but remains structurally sound for display and storage. The included pen’s functionality is not guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDniproHES desk set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne period black pen in the holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal cardboard box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDniproHES on the Dnieper River was one of the flagship projects of early Soviet industrialization and a frequent subject of official souvenirs. The original price of 16 rubles 70 kopecks was a considerable sum in the USSR, which suggests this desk set was intended as a prestige gift. It is a strong piece for collectors of Soviet desk accessories and industrial memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarefully packed and shipped worldwide from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67678824726677,"sku":"EBAY-407023575914","price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/soviet-desk-set-dniprohes-dnieper-dam-writing-set-1.jpg?v=1791647139"},{"product_id":"devil-mephistopheles-pencil-holder-cast-metal","title":"Vintage Devil Mephistopheles Pencil Holder – Heavy Cast Metal Gothic Desk Decor","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis devil Mephistopheles pencil holder is a heavy vintage cast metal piece with a wonderful dark patina and sharp sculptural details. A horned, smiling demonic face forms the base and flows into a cylindrical cup with ornamental patterns around the rim, making it both a practical desk organizer and a striking decorative object.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pencil holder \/ desk cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Devil (Mephistopheles) face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast metal with dark patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horned face at the base, cylindrical cup with ornamental rim; structural ribs inside, typical of vintage casting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.677 kg (1.49 lb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery good vintage condition with no cracks or major damage. There is some natural surface wear and minor oxidation consistent with age, which adds to its authentic antique character. Please see the photos for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMephistopheles, the devil who bargains for Faust's soul in the German legend and in Goethe's play, has long been a favorite subject for decorative sculpture. With a weight of more than 600 grams, this holder sits firmly on a desk and can double as a paperweight. It is a great find for lovers of oddities and curiosities, Gothic office decor or Faustian themes, and it adds a touch of dark humor to a writing desk, bookshelf or study.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse it for pens, pencils, brushes or tools, or simply display it as a small sculpture; the deep patina and detailed casting look good from every angle and make it a memorable piece among vintage desk accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree worldwide shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67678845403285,"sku":"EBAY-407029583923","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/devil-mephistopheles-pencil-holder-cast-metal-1.jpg?v=1791647580"},{"product_id":"soviet-desk-set-tula-blacksmith-1971","title":"Soviet Desk Set Pen Holder – 1971 Tula Blacksmith Komsomol Award Souvenir","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Soviet desk set is a pen holder topped with a Tula blacksmith figure, made as a presentation award in September 1971. The base carries a hand-engraved dedication in Russian from the Tula Regional Committee of the Komsomol. 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Because the engraving is personal to one event, this piece interests both Soviet memorabilia collectors and people drawn to Soviet technical history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarefully packed and shipped worldwide from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67681917337749,"sku":"EBAY-406888192602","price":152.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/soviet-desk-set-tula-blacksmith-1971-1.jpg?v=1791721540"},{"product_id":"vintage-brass-gas-lighter-ukraine-trident","title":"Vintage Brass Gas Lighter with Ukraine Trident Coat of Arms – Blue Torch Flame","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis vintage brass lighter is a rectangular gas lighter with a deeply engraved, raised Coat of Arms of Ukraine, the trident, on the front. Beneath the emblem the word УКРАЇНА (Ukraine) is inscribed in Cyrillic. It is a collectible piece for lovers of vintage lighters and Ukrainian memorabilia, and it has been tested and works.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gas (butane) torch lighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unbranded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial and color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass, gold tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coat of arms of Ukraine (trident), inscription УКРАЇНА\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIgnition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Piezo, activated by pressing the side or top plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlame:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue torch flame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefill valve and adjustment screw:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the bottom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, with ventilation holes at the top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed vintage condition. The brass body shows natural patina, signs of wear and scratches. The lighter was fully tested and operates, producing a strong, steady blue torch-style flame. It is supplied without gas, so it must be filled with butane before use. The photos are part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrass table and pocket lighters with national emblems have a following among collectors of tobacciana and patriotic items. The trident is the coat of arms of Ukraine, and the Cyrillic inscription makes this lighter a distinct piece for anyone interested in Ukrainian memorabilia or in lighters that still work. A working lighter is a pleasant surprise among collectibles, since many old ones sit on a shelf. Here the torch-style flame and the piezo ignition mean it can be used again once it is filled. The rectangular shape and the raised emblem also give it a pleasing weight and a clear front for display in a cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarefully packed and shipped worldwide from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67681920909461,"sku":"EBAY-407210058200","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/vintage-brass-gas-lighter-ukraine-trident-1.jpg?v=1791721843"},{"product_id":"soviet-pencils-kosmos-start-200-pcs-nos","title":"Soviet Pencils Set of 2 Boxes – Kosmos \u0026 Start, 200 Pcs NOS, Slovyansk Factory","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis item has been sold.\u003c\/strong\u003e Looking for something similar? Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ussr\"\u003eUSSR\u003c\/a\u003e collection — new original pieces are added regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese Soviet pencils are two original, unopened factory-tied packs of black graphite pencils, 100 Kosmos and 100 Start, 200 pieces in total. They were made at the Slovyansk Pencil Factory \"Samotsvity\" in the Donetsk region of Ukraine, one of the major pencil producers of the USSR, which is now closed. Both packs are new old stock, never used.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Kosmos\" (Космос), 100 pcs, length 140 mm, hardness M-2M (roughly 2B-4B)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKosmos design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark green lacquered body, gold lettering; paper wrap with factory label, stamp and a price of 2 kopecks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Start\" (Старт), 100 pcs, hardness 2M-4M (roughly 4B-6B)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow and brown diagonal spiral stripes; cardboard box with paper label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard:\u003c\/strong\u003e TO 205 URSR 2.02-028-90\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slovyansk Pencil Factory \"Samotsvity\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 pcs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew old stock, completely unused. The pencils are unsharpened and in pristine condition. The outer cardboard and paper packaging shows minor vintage shelf wear. Both boxes are still tied with the original factory strings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoft graphite pencils of this kind are liked by artists for sketching and shading, and they also appeal to people collecting Soviet stationery and retro office supplies. The standard on the Start box dates from the transition period between the late Soviet era and independent Ukraine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100 Kosmos pencils in original paper wrap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100 Start pencils in original cardboard box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67681931460757,"sku":"EBAY-406932231815","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/soviet-pencils-kosmos-start-200-pcs-nos-1.jpg?v=1791722531"},{"product_id":"soviet-zg20-gas-lighter-leningrad-lenemalier","title":"Soviet ZG20 Gas Lighter – Leningrad Lenemalier Factory, 1980s, Original Case","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis item has been sold.\u003c\/strong\u003e Looking for something similar? Browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ussr\"\u003eUSSR\u003c\/a\u003e collection — new original pieces are added regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Soviet ZG20 gas lighter is a pocket butane lighter made in Leningrad at the Lenemalier factory in the 1980s. It has a silver-colored metal body with a textured lattice pattern and comes in its original brown plastic case lined with yellow velour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pocket lighter, gas \/ butane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e ZG20 gas lighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lenemalier factory, Leningrad (Elizarova Square 38)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s, standard TU 25-05.2200-81\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver-colored metal body with textured lattice pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original brown plastic case with yellow velour lining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lenemalier emblem, address, model name, Soviet state quality stamp and the original price of 9 rubles, embossed on the bottom of the case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed, in very good vintage condition. The metal body has minor surface abrasions and light scratches consistent with age but no major dents. The plastic case is completely intact and its lettering is clear and legible. The lighter is sold as-is and untested for gas, for collection or restoration, and it is supplied empty of fuel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLenemalier was a Leningrad factory known for metal souvenirs, badges and lighters. The embossed quality stamp and the standard number on the case let collectors date this ZG20 to the 1980s, and a lighter that still has its original case is a pleasant desk or display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage ZG20 USSR gas lighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal brown plastic protective case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67681934770325,"sku":"EBAY-407080242531","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/soviet-zg20-gas-lighter-leningrad-lenemalier-1.jpg?v=1791722655"}],"url":"https:\/\/sovietvintagestore.com\/collections\/soviet-desk-smoking-accessories.oembed","provider":"Soviet Vintage Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}