Finland, Republic. An Order Of The Cross Of Liberty, Mourning Cross consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac exhibiting marks common to extraction

exhibiting marks common to extraction from the scabbard along with moderate surface wear on the blade and measuring 262 mm in length

the cross arms are of white enamel

with gilded laurel leaf branches at the bottom

a refurbished relic clasp in poor condition

volunteered for service in the Pacific theater on May 19th and qualified as a Lieutenant (Infantry)

Finland, Republic. An Order Of The Cross Of Liberty, Mourning Cross consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac exhibiting marks common to extraction(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 68 mm (h) inclusive of its of its silvered non magnetic trophy of arms suspension, scattered blackening and silvering wear along with surface rust evident on the obverse, contact marks on the reverse, on its original black mourning ribbon, very fine. Footnote: The Order of