{"product_id":"ussr-state-emblem-plaque-massive-soviet-bronze-3-43-kg-border","title":"USSR State Emblem Plaque – Massive Soviet Bronze, 3.43 kg, Border Sign","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis USSR state emblem plaque is a massive, solid bronze (copper alloy) casting of the State Emblem of the Soviet Union, weighing 3.43 kg (7.56 lb). The relief shows the Hammer, Sickle and Globe in clear detail, there are four mounting holes in the corners, and the surface has a natural patina built up over decades. It is a heavy industrial piece, not a souvenir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wall plaque with the USSR State Emblem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid bronze \/ copper alloy, non-magnetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.43 kg (7.56 lb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 20.5 x 21 cm (8.1 x 8.3 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelief:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep Soviet casting with clear Hammer, Sickle and Globe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four corner mounting holes, intact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soviet state symbolism, border service \/ official use\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, with the natural patina of decades. The surface shows scratches, abrasions and minor oxidation consistent with original outdoor use. The casting is solid with no cracks, and all four mounting holes are intact. Please see the photos for the exact surface condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeavy metal state emblems like this were made for outdoor and official use. According to the original description, such emblems were installed at Soviet border posts and checkpoints, on regional administration buildings and on the fronts of locomotives and carriages on international railway routes. The exact origin of this plaque is not documented, but its weight and weathering fit that kind of use. It is a strong choice for collectors of Cold War and Iron Curtain history or for industrial-style wall decor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67671455826069,"sku":"v1|407195359993|0","price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/s-l1600_e2470b32-5926-4b12-8be0-f38ba5b28642.jpg?v=1791480216","url":"https:\/\/sovietvintagestore.com\/products\/ussr-state-emblem-plaque-massive-soviet-bronze-3-43-kg-border","provider":"Soviet Vintage Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}