Finland WWII Medal Bar – Continuation War, Women's Home Front, Volunteer & Service Crosses (4x)
Description:
This is a mounted group of four original WWII-era Finnish medals, awarded for military service, home front contributions, and volunteer defense roles during the Winter War, Continuation War, and postwar years. All medals are bar-mounted with replacement ribbons, ready for display or collection.
Included Medals (Left to Right):
Continuation War Commemorative Medal (1941–1945) "Jatkosodan Muistomitali"
Bronze, diameter: 31.04 mm
Obverse: Oak leaves and sword, inscribed "ISÄNMAA 1941–1945"
Issued to Finnish soldiers for service during the Continuation War against the USSR
Home Front and Lotta Work Medal – 1939–1945 "Koti- ja Lotta-työn Ansiomitali"
Bronze, diameter: 33.23 mm
Obverse: Woman raising Finnish flag under fire
Civil award to recognize the efforts of women supporting the war effort
Home Front Commemorative Cross (1939–1944) "Kotirintaman Muistoristi"
Blue enameled cross, silver-tone cross overlay, dimensions: 45.11 x 40.30 mm
Commemorates civilian contributions to the national defense during the Winter and Continuation Wars
Home Guard Volunteer Service Cross "Suojeluskuntien Ansioristi
Enameled blue cross with sword and stylized “S” (Suojeluskunta symbol), dimensions: 44.60 x 41.40 mm
Awarded for voluntary service in Finland’s paramilitary Suojeluskunta (Home Guard)
General Information:
Mount: Bar-mounted with horizontal pin (modern construction)
Ribbons: Replacements in excellent condition
Condition: Medals show minor age wear; clean enamel and sharp details
Display-Ready: Great for uniform or collection display
This combination reflects a Finnish individual's military and civil involvement during WWII. These medals honor both front-line service and critical home front efforts by civilians and volunteers, particularly women and members of the Home Guard. A rare and visually appealing group.