Finland, Republic. An Order of the Cross of Liberty, Cross for Mourning GTRexclude the obverse is an iron

the obverse is an iron cross paty of red enamel with “LAP 1919” (Latgale Artilērijas Pulks) on the arms

Accompanied by an Original Photograph of Taylor (black and white faded to a sepia-toned look

with the N

demonstrating surface oxidation throughout the medal

an eight point star with petal shapes of smooth rays

Finland, Republic. An Order of the Cross of Liberty, Cross for Mourning GTRexclude the obverse is an iron(Vapaudenristin ritarikunta). Instituted in 1918. Two piece construction, in silvered and blackened iron, magnetic, date impressed "1941" on the reverse, measuring 38. 5 mm (w) x 66. 4 mm (h inclusive of arms suspension), worn on the original black ribbon, in very fine condition.