Red and Silver Russian Samovar Pin

The image shows a commemorative badge from the Moscow Regional Museum of Local Lore in Istra, featuring a traditional Russian samovar. Samovar: The central image on the badge is a samovar, a traditional Russian heated metal container used to boil water, typically for tea. Museum Type: The badge represents a "Museum of Local Lore" (Краеведческий Музей), which focuses on the history, nature, culture, and economy of a specific region or locality. Location: The text "МОСКОВСКИЙ ОБЛАСТНОЙ" (Moscow Regional) and "ИСТРА" (Istra) indicate the museum's location in the Istra district of the Moscow Oblast, Russia. Significance: Such museums play a vital role in preserving and showcasing the heritage of a particular area, often featuring artifacts, documents, and exhibits related to its past and present.