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Category: Post-WW2 Medals

The Order Of Maternal Glory (Bulgaria)

The Order Of Maternal Glory is a Bulgarian medal established on 13 December 1950 and awarded to Bulgarian mothers for raising numerous children.

Three variations of this award exist: One on a ribbon which is numbered, latterly one on a ribbon which is unnumbered and then finally one on a metal suspension.

Classes:

  • 1st Class: Awarded to Bulgarian mothers for raising 8 or 9 children.
  • 2nd Class: Awarded to Bulgarian mothers for raising 6 or 7 children.
  • 3rd Class: Awarded to Bulgarian mothers for raising 4 or 5 children.

The Order Of Cyril And Methodius

The Order Of Cyril And Methodius is a Bulgarian medal established on 13 December 1950 and awarded to Bulgarian and foreign citizens and organizations for merit in sciences, culture and information.

There are two variations of this award, originally one which is numbered and then issued later, one which is unnumbered. The medal was designed by P. Doychinov and O. Odabashja.

The award exists in three classes:

  • 1st Class
  • 2nd Class
  • 3rd Class

The Order Of The Red Banner of Labor (Bulgaria)

The Order Of The Red Banner of Labor is a Bulgarian medal awarded to Bulgarian and Foreign civilians and associations for success in the development of the national economy or the state or public/scientific/cultural services of the country.

There are five variations of this award:

  • The first variation (1950) is numbered and of multi-part construction with a nut and an angular recess in the reverse.
  • The second (1950-1969) is numbered and of a multi-part construction with a nut and a circular recess in the reverse.
  • The third (1970) is unnumbered a has a small nipple on the reverse.
  • The fourth (1970-1974) is unnumbered of a single part construction with a smooth reverse on a large ribbon.
  • The fifth (1974-1991) is unnumbered with a smooth reverse and on a small ribbon.

The Order Of The Red Banner (Bulgaria)

The Order Of The Red Banner is a Bulgarian medal awarded to Bulgarian and Allied military personnel for distinction in battle or for merit in the strengthening of power and structure of the Bulgarian People’s Army.

It was established on 13 December 1950.

There are two variations of this award, originally one which is numbered and then issued later, one which is unnumbered. Designed by O. Odabashyan.

The Laureate Of The Dimitrov Prize

The Honored Honorary Title is a Bulgarian medal awarded to people for their achievements in science, technology, and culture. It was established on 23 May 1949 and founded by the Presidium of the Great National Assembly.

The award was named after the communist leader Georgi Dimitrov, who was the Bulgarian Prime Minister from 1946-1949. Recipients of this prize were given the label “Laureate”.

From 1960 onwards this class was the only class awarded as the 2nd and 3rd class awards ceased to be issued after 1959. The reverse inscription includes the year in which the recipient attained the Title.

There were approximately 1285 prizes awarded in total.

The Honored Honorary Title (Bulgaria)

The Honored Honorary Title is a Bulgarian medal awarded to people for their exceptional merits in the field of arts, culture, science, education and health. It was established by decree No. 960 of the Presidium of the 6th Grand National Assembly on 15 June 1948.

Initially, it was awarded by the Presidium of the National Assembly, and after 1971 by the National Council of the People’s Republic of Bulgaria. Those honored with the title of “Honored” receive a diploma from the National Council of the People’s Republic of Bulgaria, the mark of the title, and a supplement to the monthly salary or pension. 4753 people are honored with the title of “Honored”.

The People’s Honorary Title (Bulgaria)

The People’s Honorary Title is a Bulgarian medal awarded to Bulgarian citizens already recognized with the Honoured title for their exceptional merits in the field of arts, culture, science, education and health. It was established by decree No. 960 of the Presidium of the 6th Grand National Assembly on June 15, 1948.

This title is the third-highest honorary title in the prize system of the People’s Republic of Bulgaria. Initially, it was awarded by the Presidium of the National Assembly, and after 1971 by the National Council of the People’s Republic of Bulgaria.

People with the title “People’s” receive a diploma from the National Council of the People’s Republic of Bulgaria and a supplement to the monthly salary or pension of 100 BGN.

The Order of Georgi Dimitrov

The Order of Georgi Dimitrov is a Bulgarian Order established on 17 June 1950 (re-established 5 April 1991) and awarded to national and foreign citizens for exceptional merit. It was also automatically awarded to recipients of The Hero Of The People’s Republic Of Bulgaria and The Hero Of Socialist Labour titles.

It was originally designed by K. Lazarov and modified by O. Odabashyan.

The Order Of Bravery (Bulgaria)

The Order Of Bravery is a Bulgarian medal awarded to Military Personnel and Civilians for bravery and courage in battle or for strengthening the integrity of the country and public safety.

Foreign soldiers of allied armies could also be awarded this order for participation in joint combat operations. There are two variations of this award, originally one which is numbered and then issued later, one which is unnumbered.