Finland, Republic. A Blue Cross for the Civil Guard for the 1917-1918 War, by Veljekset Sundqvist

Maltesian cross in bronze with blue and white enamels; the obverse features a central white enamel “S” (Suojeluskunta/Civil Guards) with an upright sword superimposed; the reverse plain; maker marked “Veljekset Sundqvist”; on loop for suspension; original ribbon with 1917-1918 medal bar; measuring 41 mm x 41 mm; near extremely fine condition.