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Soviet sports proficiency badge from the GTO program — ГТО - $5 (Aurora)
condition:
excellent
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Details of Your Badge
The text around the edge reads: Готов к труду и обороне СССР.
The figure in the center shows a person running.
The Roman numeral II (2) indicates the 2nd level of physical achievement.
The gear-shaped outer design was used in mid-Soviet-era GTO badges (commonly 1960s–1980s).
What It Was Awarded For
These badges were given to citizens—often students, workers, or athletes—who passed a set of physical tests such as:
Running sprint & long-distance
Jumping
Pull-ups or strength tests
Throwing
Swimming (sometimes)
The “II” level meant intermediate proficiency.