Finland, Republic. Two Orders of the Lion Hold with others that include soldiers

with others that include soldiers

the grand magistry of the order is disputed among the two claimants to the headship of the former reigning House of Bourbon-Two Sicilies as heirs of the House of Farnese

the obverse bearing a central dark green band

It was also awarded to civilians who took active part in military action who were killed

Finland, Republic. Two Orders of the Lion Hold with others that include soldiers1. An Order Of The Lion, Civil Division, I Class Knight's Cross (Suomen Leijonan suurristi). Instituted in 1942. In silver gilt with red and white enamels, gilt lion and centrepiece ring, well marked on ring including National crown, marked "813H", measuring 40. 9 mm (w) x 45. 4 mm (h) inclusive of its integral ring, on its original ribbon, intact enamels, extremely fine. 2. An Order of the Lion, Civil Division, Cross of Merit. (Suomen Leijonan