Finland, Republic. An Order Of The Lion, Knight's Cross, C.1972 certificate_of_authenticity September 7th

September 7th

the Battle of Orthes (Orthez

above a plaque inscribed “KGL

glue residue on reverse of medal and ribbon

otherwise in near mint condition and very attractive

Finland, Republic. An Order Of The Lion, Knight's Cross, C.1972 certificate_of_authenticity September 7th(Suomen Leijonan suurristi). Instituted in 1942. In silver with red and white enamels, gilt lion and centrepiece ring, maker marked with the A. Tillander Limited insignia, marked with the National crown, marked "830H" (830 Hopea = Silver), city marked with a boat (Helsinki) and date marked "T7" (1972) on the integral ring, measuring 40. 8 mm (w) x 45. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, on its original ribbon, intact enamels, extremely fine.