Soviet WWII Veteran’s Home Sign – “Here Lives a Disabled Veteran of the Great Patriotic War” – Original USSR Enamel Metal Plaque – 1940s-1950s Rare authentic enamel sign for homes of decorated Soviet war veterans This is an original Soviet enamel metal plaque used in the USSR in the late 1940s–1950s to mark the houses of disabled veterans of the Great Patriotic War (World War II). The sign reads: “Здесь проживает инвалид Великой Отечественной войны” — “Here lives a disabled veteran of the Great Patriotic War.” Such plaques were official state-issued symbols of honor and gratitude. They were fixed to the facades of homes belonging to soldiers who returned wounded from the front, serving as visible recognition of their sacrifice and heroism. Today, surviving examples are extremely rare, especially with the original enamel and red star design preserved. Details: Material: Steel with baked enamel coating Technique: Stenciled red lettering over white background with red star motif Period: Circa late 1940s – early 1950s Dimensions: approx. 25 × 18 cm Mounting: Four factory-drilled holes for wall attachment Condition: Authentic vintage condition with age-related wear, edge corrosion, and light surface scratches. Reverse side shows stable oxidation typical of old steel enamel signs. Origin: USSR Historical Context After World War II, the Soviet Union established a wide program of social support and public respect for war veterans. These enamel plaques became a powerful symbol of remembrance and state pride, appearing in cities and villages across the USSR. Each plaque served as a public badge of honor, ensuring veterans received community respect and special rights such as housing and assistance. Owning one today means preserving a genuine artifact of Soviet wartime history, imbued with emotional and patriotic meaning. Condition: Good preserved condition for its age. Authentic surface patina, no restoration or repaint. A true collectible for museums, WWII historians, and collectors of Soviet propaganda and enamel signs. Shipping: Ships from Ukraine within 3 working days after auction ends. Registered shipping with tracking number (Track & Trace). Estimated delivery time from Ukraine: 15–45 days Ships from Ukraine (non-EU). Please note that customs duties may apply in your country.