Armadillo Fine Art
Original Soviet Youth Pioneer Side Cap (Pilotka)
Original Soviet Youth Pioneer Side Cap (Pilotka)
Ships from our Texas or Thailand studio.
Artifact Details
- Origin: Uzhgorod Textile Factory, Ukrainian SSR (USSR)
- Date of Manufacture: February 1988
- Medium: Crimson silk blend with detachable enamel Lenin pin
- Size: Soviet Size 54
- Condition: Pristine historical condition with original paper label
- Display & Wearability: Wearable or ready for a historical display
- Certificate of Authentication: Armadillo Fine Art Gallery COA
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Collector’s Note
This remarkable historical artifact titled "Soviet Pioneer Silk Cap with Enamel Lenin Pin" offers an exceptionally well-preserved window into life behind the Iron Curtain during the final years of the Cold War era. As detailed in the historical factory tag shown in image_106ded.jpg, this authentic red "Pilotka" side cap was manufactured in February 1988 within the Transcarpathian region of the Ukrainian SSR. Crafted from a vibrant, light-catching crimson silk blend, the cap features the iconic structured folding design worn by millions of youth members in the Vladimir Lenin All-Union Pioneer Organization. Adorning the front is a beautiful, authentic gold-toned enamel pin depicting a youthful profile of Vladimir Lenin set against a stylized star and flame background. Complete with its original internal paper inspection tag, this rare, museum-quality find serves as a profound conversation piece for serious historical, military, or political design collections.
About the Collection
The Armadillo Fine Art historical collection bridges physical global history with a meticulously curated digital gallery experience. Sourced globally, our antiquities and historical artifacts are selected for their cultural significance, exceptional preservation, and undeniable decorative presence.
Preservation & Authenticity
Every artifact in our collection represents a tangible piece of the global political and cultural landscape. We prioritize items that retain their original historical integrity, ensuring that our collectors receive pieces that serve as both profound conversation starters and valuable historical investments. Each piece is accompanied by an official Armadillo Fine Art Gallery Certificate of Authenticity (COA).