Badge And Ribbon Name (English/Russian/Translit) Creation Date Description Number Awarded Order of Lenin Орден Ленина Orden Lenina 6 April 1930 The Order of Lenin was the highest civil decoration. Given to both civilians and soldiers for outstanding service to the motherland in defence, strengthening peace and strengthening labour. From 1930–1934 made of silver, 1934–1936 made of gold and from 1936–1991 made of platinum.