Item description
Talvisodan Muistomitali 1939-1940, Pohjois-Karjala soljella – Commemorative Medal of the Winter War, with Pohjois-Karjala clasp (Northern Carelia)
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 Pohjois-Karjala (Northern Carelia). There were 15 different official clasps issued.
Reference: Tiainen 5.2.1i
Burnished iron (magnetic), very nice condition, on original old ribbon with perdiod battle clasp and swords.