Finland, Republic. An Order Of The Lion, Knight's Cross, C.1972 certificate_of_authenticity above a plaque inscribed “KGL

above a plaque inscribed “KGL

blue and red inks

constructed of tan-coloured leather

the Battle of Orthes (Orthez

Not only Italian soldiers were awarded

Finland, Republic. An Order Of The Lion, Knight's Cross, C.1972 certificate_of_authenticity above a plaque inscribed “KGL(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.