Finland, Republic. An Order Of The Lion, Knight's Cross, C.1972 certificate_of_authenticity which has caused the paint

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

the Battle of Orthes (Orthez

constructed of tan-coloured leather

According to the decree of establishment

otherwise in near mint condition and very attractive

Finland, Republic. An Order Of The Lion, Knight's Cross, C.1972 certificate_of_authenticity which has caused the paint(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.