Russia, Imperial. A Medal in Memory of the Finnish Diet 1863-1864, by Lea Ahlborn Republic of measuring 69 mm x 60

measuring 69 mm x 60 mm

The insignia measures 34 mm (w) x 52 mm (h)

obverse shows seven marching figures representing men and women in service

topped by a NSDAP-style German national eagle clutching a wreathed mobile swastika

large rosette and gilt wreath clasp on the original ribbon

Russia, Imperial. A Medal in Memory of the Finnish Diet 1863-1864, by Lea Ahlborn Republic of measuring 69 mm x 60Constructed of bronze, the obverse bearing a raised and rightward facing profile of Tsar Alexander II, circumscribed by name and title in his capacity of Grand Duke of Finland, the reverse bearing a central inscription of USKOLLISUUS WAKUUS LAIN KUULIAISUUS WALTIOPIVILL 1863 1864 (LOYALTY, RELIABILITY, AND LEGALITY, PARLIAMENT 1863 1864), situated within a circular oak leaf wreath, joined together at the bottom by ribbon, the obverse engraver marked