Finland, Republic. An Order Of The Lion Of Finland, Commander, C.1942 Newly Listed 1939-1945 Star (582822 H

1939-1945 Star (582822 H

5 cm ornate blade

measuring approximately 51 mm (w) x 18 mm (h - not including the miniature awards)

accompanied by its period original and full size sash ribbon

Law served with USS Virginia for three months

Finland, Republic. An Order Of The Lion Of Finland, Commander, C.1942 Newly Listed 1939-1945 Star (582822 H(Suomen Leijonan ritarikunta). Instituted September 11 1942. In silver gilt, a white enamel cross, the obverse medallion featuring a rampant lion on a red enamel field, reverse plain, measures 49. 88mm (w) x 54. 48mm (h inclusive of integral ring), weighs 42. 2 grams (including ribbon), enamels intact, light gilt wear, in extremely fine condition.