Soviet CCCP Small Marshal's Star – Gold-Plated with Cubic Zirconia

carefully made reproduction of the Small Marshal’s Star (Russian: маршальская звезда), the distinctive rank insignia once worn by Soviet and later Russian Federation Army Generals and Fleet Admirals. Originals were crafted in gold and platinum with real diamonds and are among the rarest Soviet military decorations.

Design & Materials

• Finish: Gold-plated
• Center Stone: Large clear cubic zirconia
• Size: Approx. 40 × 58 mm (≈1.57 × 2.28 in)
• Weight:~18 g (≈0.63 oz)
• Attachment: Suspension ring for ribbon mounting
• Surface: Smooth dihedral rays, highly polished

• Introduced 27 February 1943 for marshals of artillery, aviation, and armored troops.
• Later awarded to marshals of engineer troops, signal troops, army generals, and fleet admirals.
• Worn on a moiré ribbon corresponding to the branch of service.
• About 370 originals produced; upon the recipient’s death, they were returned to the Diamond Fund for re-use.