Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A War Medal (Galipoli Star), C.1917 certificate_of_authenticity 63 mm x 42

63 mm x 42

Contained in original hardshell case of issue

described as “dangerous and unauthorized” low level flying

the obverse with a center enameled medallion depicting a silver gilt leftward facing bust of Philip the Magnanimous

" maker mark

Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A War Medal (Galipoli Star), C.1917 certificate_of_authenticity 63 mm x 42(Harp Madalyas). Instituted in 1915. Four piece construction, in silvered zinc with red patination, measuring 56. 7 mm (w) x 53. 3 mm (h), vertical pinback, overall silvering loss, scattered wear in the red patination, surface wear, better than fine. Footnote: The Gallipolli Star was a military decoration awarded by the Ottoman Empire. It is also known as the Ottoman War Medal. It was instituted by Sultan Mehmed V on March 1, 1915 for gallantry in