Finland, Republic. An Order Of The Lion, Knight's Cross, C.1972 certificate_of_authenticity above a plaque inscribed “KGL

above a plaque inscribed “KGL

otherwise in near mint condition and very attractive

September 7th

which has caused the paint and the rough protective finish on the binoculars partially come off

glue residue on reverse of medal and ribbon

Finland, Republic. An Order Of The Lion, Knight's Cross, C.1972 certificate_of_authenticity above a plaque inscribed “KGL(Suomen Leijonan suurristi). Instituted in 1942. In silver with red and white enamels, gilt lion and centrepiece ring, maker marked with the A. Tillander Limited insignia, marked with the National crown, marked "830H" (830 Hopea = Silver), city marked with a boat (Helsinki) and date marked "T7" (1972) on the integral ring, measuring 40. 8 mm (w) x 45. 5 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, on its original ribbon, intact enamels, extremely fine.