Item description
Talvisodan Muistomitali 1939-1940 – Commemorative Medal of the Winter War
Instituted on 2. August.1940 for the participants of the so called Winter War (Talvisota), defending Finland against Soviet invasion 1939-1940. Basic version, awarded to the Finnish people (about 700.000 pieces awarded). Diameter 33 mm, back text: Kunnia Isänmaa (Honor the Fatherland)
Reference: Tiainen 5.2.1
Burnished iron (magnetic), very nice condition, on original old ribbon
