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Award presentation: Yugoslavia, Order of the People's Army with Silver Wreath, 3rd Class

In today's video, we are presenting a Yugoslav decoration: the Order of the People's Army with a Silver Wreath, also known as the Order of the People's Army, Third Class. This order was established in 1952 and, at the time of its introduction, held the 29th place in the order of precedence of Yugoslav decorations. It was awarded for special merits achieved in the building and

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Award presentation: Yugoslavia, Order of the Republic with Silver Wreath, 6-torch variant

In today's video, we are presenting a Yugoslav decoration – the Order of the Republic with a Silver Wreath (2nd class). It was awarded in socialist Yugoslavia for special merits in the fields of education, science, art, culture, and other areas of public activity. There are two variants of this decoration: with the coat of arms of the FPRY (5 torches) and the coat of arms

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Overview of the gold coin: Yugoslavia 10000 Dinars 1985 World Ski Flying Championship Planica 50

Planica is an alpine valley below the Ponca mountain in Slovenia, and is also home to ski flying. The FIS Ski Flying World Championships were held in Planica in 1985, and Yugoslavia issued commemorative gold and silver coins on that occasion. The commemorative gold coin from this series has a face value of

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Coin overview: Yugoslavia 5 dinars 1990. 29th Chess Olympiad in Novi Sad

The coin we are presenting in today's video is the last commemorative coin of SFR Yugoslavia before its breakup. This coin was issued on the occasion of the 29th Chess Olympiad, which took place in Novi Sad from November 16 to December 4, 1990. In this video, we bring you an overview of this coin; basic information; technical data, and a description.

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Decoration Display: Yugoslavia, Order of the People's Liberation

In today's video, we are presenting a high Yugoslav decoration – the Order of the People's Liberation. This decoration was established back during the Second World War, in 1943, and was most likely designed by Đorđe Andrejević Kun and Antun Augustinčić. The decoration changed its appearance twice, and on multiple occasions, they

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Banknote view: Yugoslavia 500 Dinars 1986 Nikola Tesla

In today's video, we are presenting the 500 dinars banknote of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia with the issue date of May 16, 1986. The banknote features the image of Nikola Tesla, specifically the sculpture of Nikola Tesla created by the Croatian sculptor Frano Kršinić. For this type of banknote, there are two more issue dates: August 12, 1978, and

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Display of designation: Yugoslavia, Commemorative Medal of the October Revolution in Russia of 1917

The Commemorative Medal of the October Revolution was established in 1947 and was awarded to Yugoslav participants on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the 1917 October Socialist Revolution in Russia. This badge is very rare because it was awarded in a very small number of copies and was not awarded after 1947 due to the Resolution

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Banknote overview: Yugoslavia 100,000 Dinars 1989 Girl

The 100,000 dinar banknote with the issue date of May 1, 1989, is one of the most recognizable Yugoslav banknotes from the late 80s. Many know it by the name “girl,” although it was also called “červena” (črvena, červenka). At the time of its release into circulation, it was the banknote with the highest nominal value ever.

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Award Display: Yugoslavia, Medal for Military Merits

In today's video, we are presenting the Yugoslav Medal for Military Merits. This medal was awarded to military commanders and soldiers who, through their example at work, developed enthusiasm for the accomplishment of assigned tasks, or who distinguished themselves by such command or soldierly qualities that they served as an example to others.

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Decoration preview: Yugoslavia, Order of the People's Army with Laurel Wreath, 1st Class

In today's video, we are presenting the Order of the People's Army with a laurel wreath (1st class). This medal was awarded for special merits achieved in the building and strengthening of the armed forces or for special successes achieved in commanding military units, their consolidation, and training for the defense of the country's independence. The video is

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