What does the cryptic crossword clue "Old place name red-top rag reprinted (9)" mean?

The definition is "Old place name". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of RED-TOP + RAG = PETROGRAD; definition: "Old place name" The answer is PETROGRAD.

Old place name red-top rag reprinted (9)

Independent Cryptic #11679 | 15 Down | 2024-03-16 flower

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