Finland, Republic. An Order of the Cross of Liberty, Cross for Mourning GTRexclude German Social Welfare Medal -

German Social Welfare Medal - Silvered tombac

illegible maker’s mark on the reverse

the obverse featuring the conjoined leftward-facing effigies of King George V and Queen Mary

spotting on the obverse centrepiece

an unusual example privately-purchased as a “traditions” accessory in extremely fine condition

Finland, Republic. An Order of the Cross of Liberty, Cross for Mourning GTRexclude German Social Welfare Medal -(Vapaudenristin ritarikunta). Instituted in 1918. Two piece construction, in silvered and blackened iron, magnetic, date impressed "1941" on the reverse, measuring 38. 5 mm (w) x 66. 4 mm (h inclusive of arms suspension), worn on the original black ribbon, in very fine condition.