Soviet Badges of the KGB,
MVD, Border Guards, and Militsia
(1979-1991)
 

 
Soviet State Security Badges

This section covers some of the many badges that were awarded to the members of the KGB, the KGB border guards, the MVD, and the militsia.  Displaying these here will help collectors understand more about the diversity of badges that the Soviet Union produced and understand each organization's contribution to Soviet culture

Back to Patches, Badges, Medals and
Awards of the Late Soviet Era

 

 

70th Anniversary of the KGB Border Guards (1988)

This badge was issued to members of the KGB Border Guard service in commemoration of the 70th anniversary of that service.  These three piece screw back badges were made by the Moscow mint.

 

 

Excellent MVD Policeman (1986)

This aluminum and paint screwback badge was issued to MVD personnel who distinguished themselves.  This badge replaced the earlier 1970 silver colored version.

 

 

MVD Excellent Service (1985)

This screw back badge was established in 1985 and awarded for excellent service of MVD personnel.

This three piece badge measures 44 mm by 33 mm.  It is composed of gilded brass, German silver, and enamel.

 

 

MVD Qualification Badges (1978)

These badges were awarded to members of the MVD based on their proficiency, skill, and conduct.  The pin back badges are composed of aluminum and enamel.

 1st Class Qualification Badge
2nd Class Qualification Badge

3rd Class Qualification Badge

 

 

Border Guard Patrol Commander Badge

This badge was worn by commanders of border guard patrols.  It is composed of aluminum and enamels.  The badge measures 48mm tall and is from the Pobeda factory.

 

 

MVD Highest Academy Badge

This screw back badge was issued to officers who had completed coursework at the Highest Academy of the MVD.  It is made of brass and enamel.

 

 

MVD Traffic Inspector Badge

This unissued badge was worn by traffic inspection division of the MVD.  Issued badges feature two letters followed by four numbers across the bottom field.  It is a large pin back badge.