A fine original WWII Soviet Combat Service Medal here, with early number (132,801.) Brass mount, likely an early post-war replacement. This medal has been researched and is attributed to Bibikov, Nikolay Semyonovich, a personnel officer in the air force. More info about this veteran (including his portrait) can be found here. Scans of archival documents will be emailed to the buyer, along with translation of award record card. Physical prints of the information will be provided with the medal by request.
 
Bibikov handled award documents for the regiment, and this CSM was awarded to him for those actions. An award for awarding awards. He was also awarded the Medal "For the Defense of Moscow" (1944), Order of the Red Star (1945), and Medal "For the Victory over Germany in the Great Patriotic War 1941-1945." (1945).