Item description
Talvisodan Muistomitali 1939-1940, Laatokan Karjala soljella – Commemorative Medal of the Winter War, with Laatokan Karjala clasp (Carelia by Lake Ladoga)
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. With the battle clasp Laatokan Karjala (Carelia by Lake Ladoga). There were 15 different official clasps issued.
Reference: Tiainen 5.2.1d
Burnished iron (magnetic), back some rust spots, otherwise very nice condition, on the original old ribbon with clasp & swords.
