Finland, Republic. An Order of the White Rose, Knight by Tillander, 1987 Auction including a War Merit Cross

including a War Merit Cross II Class with Swords constructed of bronze

the centrepiece in silver gilt with blue enamels and a large red bead in the centre

the exterior of the lid with an applique in gilt

awarded for outstanding civil or military achievements

a Prince Johann II of Liechtenstein 50th Jubilee Medal

Finland, Republic. An Order of the White Rose, Knight by Tillander, 1987 Auction including a War Merit Cross(Suomen Valkoisen Ruusun ritarikunta). Instituted January 28, 1919 by Baron Mannerheim. Type II. Civil Division. In silver gilt, a white enamel cross with lions holding swords in each quadrant, the obverse medallion features a white enamelled rose surrounded by a blue ring, the reverse is plain, measures 40. 6 mm (w) x 45. 3 mm (h), weighs 31. 61 grams (with ribbon), marked 925, Finnish Crown, and AT maker mark denoting Tillander, and date mark K8