Original SFRY military decorations, Gold Star 2nd Class and Silver Star 3rd Class
Key Information:
• Country: Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia
• Order: Order of the People's Army
• Classes: 2nd Class with Gold Star and 3rd Class with Silver Star
• Period: c. 1950s–1980s
• 2nd Class dimensions approx.: 67.85 x 66.52 mm
• 3rd Class dimensions approx.: 67.44 x 69.25 mm
• Both with original screwback fittings
Medal Design:
Central medallion depicting three soldiers advancing with rifles.
Inscription around the center:
JUGOSLOVENSKA NARODNA ARMIJA ODBRANA OTADZBINE
Translation: Yugoslav People's Army
Defense of the Homeland
2nd Class version features gilt rays and Gold Star.
3rd Class version features silvered rays and Silver Star.
Multi-piece construction with detailed relief and enameled central ring.
Condition:
• 2nd Class shows enamel cracks visible on the central white ring
• 3rd Class in good condition with normal wear
• Light surface wear and patina consistent with age
• Screwback nuts present
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
Historical and Collectible Significance:
The Order of the People's Army was awarded for outstanding military service and contribution to strengthening the Yugoslav armed forces.
These decorations represent important Cold War-era military awards from the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia.
Complete multi-class groupings are increasingly sought after by collectors of Balkan and Cold War militaria.
Summary:
A matched pair of original Yugoslav People's Army Orders, including the desirable 2nd Class with Gold Star and 3rd Class with Silver Star.
Strong display presence and excellent addition to any SFRY or Cold War collection.