Soviet Lenin Banner – Large Embroidered Velvet, Flax Growing Competition
Soviet Lenin Banner – Large Embroidered Velvet, Flax Growing Competition
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- Free tracked shipping — already included in the price
- Ships within 1–2 business days
- Tracked parcel from Ukraine (Ukrposhta)
- 30-day returns (buyer pays return shipping)
- Secure checkout · payments processed by Western Bid (US)
- One of a kind: only one available
About this piece
Large Soviet Lenin banner in thick red velvet with embroidered portrait and State Emblem, gold fringe, flax growing competition winner, 160 x 130 cm.
From the seller's notes
This Soviet Lenin banner is a large ceremonial banner in thick, dark red velvet, richly embroidered in multicolored silk and gold thread. The front shows a detailed portrait of Vladimir Lenin wearing a gold laurel wreath under the slogan “Workers of the world, unite!”. The reverse carries the State Emblem of the USSR and an award text for the All-Union Socialist Flax Growing Competition.
Item Details
- Type: Ceremonial banner / flag, competition winner
- Era: Approx. 1950–1970
- Material: Thick dark red velvet, silk and gold thread embroidery, gold fringe on three sides
- Front: Embroidered Lenin with gold laurel wreath, “Workers of the world, unite!” and “Under the banner of Marxism-Leninism, under the leadership of the Communist Party, forward to the victory of communism!”
- Reverse: Embroidered State Emblem of the USSR, dedicated to the USSR Ministry of Agriculture and the Central Committee of the Union of Agricultural Workers
- Inscription: “To the Winner of the All-Union Socialist Flax Growing Competition”
- Embroidery: All elements are embroidered, not printed
- Dimensions: Approx. 160 x 130 cm (63 x 51 in)
- Country of Manufacture: USSR
Condition
Very good vintage condition for its age. The velvet has kept its rich crimson color and the embroidery is vibrant and intact. There are minor signs of age: light handling marks, minor stains and soiling on the velvet and natural creases, including a small darkened area shown in the last photo. There are no major rips, holes or significant damage. For the exact size, see the photos taken with a tape measure.
About This Piece
Banners like this were handed to the winners of production competitions, and this one names a flax growing competition run by the agricultural ministry and the agricultural workers' union. Flax was an important crop in the USSR. Hand embroidery on thick velvet gives the banner a texture that printed flags do not have, and its size makes it a statement piece for collectors of Soviet memorabilia, historical flags and ceremonial textiles.
Worldwide shipping from Ukraine. Every order is carefully packed — fragile items are packed separately — and shipped via Ukrposhta with a tracking number.
- Worldwide delivery: typically 2–4 weeks
- Package tracking is included when offered by the carrier
For returns, see the Return Policy tab.
Returns & Refunds
I want you to be happy with every piece you buy from Soviet Vintage Store. If something is not right, you can return it within 30 days of delivery.
How to return an item
- Email me at vladimirchuprina1971@gmail.com or message me on WhatsApp (+380 50 258 5695) within 30 days of delivery. Please include your order number and the reason for the return.
- I will confirm the return and reply with instructions. Items sent back without contacting me first cannot be accepted.
- The item must be returned in the same condition you received it, with all parts, accessories and original packaging that came with it.
- Return shipping is paid by the buyer. Please use a tracked shipping service and pack the item carefully — vintage pieces are fragile, and I can't refund items damaged on the way back.
Return address
Soviet Vintage Store
Pavlograd, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, 51453, Ukraine
(I will confirm the full address and recipient name by email when your return is approved.)
Damaged or not as described
Please inspect your order when it arrives. If an item arrives damaged or is significantly different from its description, contact me within 30 days of delivery with photos of the item and the packaging, and we will agree on a fair solution — a refund, a partial refund or a return.
Refunds
Once I receive and inspect the returned item, I will let you know whether the refund is approved. Approved refunds are issued to your original payment method within 10 business days. Your bank or card company may need extra time to post the refund. The original shipping was free, so there is nothing to deduct for it; import duties or taxes you paid in your country are not refundable by me.
Exchanges
Most items are one of a kind, so exchanges usually aren't possible. Return the item for a refund and place a new order for the piece you want.
Payments in this store are processed by Western Bid, Inc. (see our Terms of Service). Questions about a return? Write to me any time: vladimirchuprina1971@gmail.com.
Original Soviet object
Authentic item from the USSR period, not a reproduction.
Honest condition
Wear, marks and working status are described, not hidden.
Photographed as is
What you see in the photos is exactly what you receive.
Packed with care
Fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed separately.
Tracked shipping
Free tracked shipping from Ukraine. Dispatched within 1–2 business days.
30-day returns
Return within 30 days of delivery; the buyer pays return shipping.
Original Soviet objects · Described honestly
Condition guide
- New old stockUnused, from old warehouse stock
- ✓ Used vintageThis item
- As-is / for partsSold untested or not working
Care & handling
- Store flat or on a wide hanger, away from direct sunlight.
- Air out rather than wash; spot-clean gently if needed.
- Protect wool and felt from moths with cedar or lavender.
- Keep metal badges and buttons dry to avoid tarnish.
Frequently asked questions
Is this item authentic?
Yes. I sell original vintage items, not reproductions. If an item's age or origin is uncertain, I say so clearly in the description.
How is the item packed?
I pack every item myself. Fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed separately.
How long does shipping to the US take?
Shipping is free — it is included in the price. I dispatch within 1–2 business days from Ukraine via Ukrposhta with a tracking number; delivery to the US typically takes 2–4 weeks. Import duties, if any, are paid by the buyer.
Can I return the item?
Yes. You can return an item within 30 days of delivery; the buyer pays return shipping. Contact me first and I will send the return details. See the Refund Policy for details.
Can I make an offer?
Yes — use the “Make an offer” link next to the price. If I accept, you'll receive a secure checkout link at the agreed price.