{"product_id":"order-of-symon-petliura-ukrainian-cross-medal-with-sword-tryzub-reproduction","title":"Order of Symon Petliura Ukrainian Cross Medal with Sword Tryzub","description":"\u003cp\u003eHonor the legacy of Ukraine’s struggle for independence with this striking \u003cstrong\u003eUkrainian Symon Petliura Cross\u003c\/strong\u003e medal. The black enameled cross carries a raised sword down the center and the Ukrainian \u003cstrong\u003eTryzub\u003c\/strong\u003e (trident) at the top, symbolizing defense of the nation. It hangs from a bold blue-and-black ribbon with yellow stripes, echoing Ukraine’s national colors and making it stand out beautifully on a uniform or in a display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003emodern, carefully made reproduction\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for collectors, historians and reenactors. The reverse of the cross is neatly numbered \u003cstrong\u003e“1398”\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it extra character for cataloging and display. A sturdy pin-back bar on the ribbon allows it to be worn or mounted easily on a tunic, medal bar, or in a frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUkrainian \u003cstrong\u003eSymon Petliura Cross\u003c\/strong\u003e reproduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack enamel cross with central raised sword motif\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTryzub (trident) emblem above the sword\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid metal construction with antique-silver style finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually numbered on reverse: \u003cstrong\u003e1398\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue and black ribbon with yellow stripes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass-tone suspension ring and pin-back brooch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for collections, reenactment, research, museum or film\/theater props\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSymon Petliura (1879–1926) was a leading statesman and military leader of the \u003cstrong\u003eUkrainian People’s Republic (UPR)\u003c\/strong\u003e during the turbulent years 1917–1921. As head of state and commander-in-chief of the UPR Army, he became closely associated with the Ukrainian fight for independence after the collapse of the Russian Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCross of Symon Petliura\u003c\/strong\u003e was later instituted by Ukrainian veterans’ organizations to honor soldiers of the UPR Army who took part in the struggle for Ukraine’s independence. Modern commemorative pieces and reproductions like this one help preserve the memory of that era and allow collectors to study the insignia and symbolism of the Ukrainian People’s Republic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e an official state decoration and carries \u003cstrong\u003eno\u003c\/strong\u003e authority, rank or rights. It is a privately made \u003cstrong\u003ecollector’s reproduction\u003c\/strong\u003e, offered solely for historical, educational and display purposes. Valormedals does not endorse any present-day political organizations or conflicts; this item is sold strictly as historical militaria.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Valormedals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48532322320578,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/3155\/3218\/files\/2H5A8080_4187caff-ddb9-439e-a20a-40619cbe40d2.jpg?v=1785747879","url":"https:\/\/valormedals.com\/products\/order-of-symon-petliura-ukrainian-cross-medal-with-sword-tryzub-reproduction","provider":"Valormedals.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}