Albania Republic Medal of the Order of Patriotic Achievements 1962

Bronze 49x37 mm.; With original ribbon; The Order was instituted in 1962, in 3 classes and 1 medal (as of this example) and was awarded in VERY LIMITED NUMBERS to "those who possess patriotic merit and are known for their support and contributions to the People in the battle for national independence, liberty and progress". This is the initial form (the Order was amended in 1992 to a circular, totally different form, with the same ribbon).