Finland, Republic. A Winter War 1939-1940 Medal, Type Iii For Finnish Soldiers With Koivisto Clasp Hold in golden-yellow machine embroidery depicting

in golden-yellow machine embroidery depicting a Sawfish

total length of approximately 25cm (12 inches)

silver star base with centre applique in Gold and red enamels

1st Service Regiment (Reinforced)

Finland, Republic. A Winter War 1939-1940 Medal, Type Iii For Finnish Soldiers With Koivisto Clasp Hold in golden-yellow machine embroidery depictingTalvisodan muistomitali. Instituted in 1940. In blackened iron, magnetic, inscribed "KUNNIA ISNMAA" on the reverse, measuring 31 mm (w) x 37 mm (h), scattered surface wear on the reverse, very light contact, "KOIVISTO" battle clasp on its original ribbon, better than very fine. Footnote: The Finnish Winter War Medal was instituted on August 2, 1940 and awarded to those who served during the Winter War campaign against the Soviet Union.