Original Soviet RSFSR educational merit medal, 
awarded for “Excellent Academic Achievement and Exemplary Conduct.” 
 
The obverse features an open book beneath a radiant star and laurel branch, symbolising knowledge, enlightenment, and academic excellence, while the reverse bears the RSFSR state emblem with hammer and sickle. 
 
Issued during the Soviet era to outstanding students, 
this medal represents discipline, intellectual merit, and state recognition.
 
A genuine historical piece, ideal for collectors of Soviet memorabilia.