Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A War Medal (Galipoli Star), C.1915 Buy Now Dated 21 December 1943

Dated 21 December 1943

Close Combat Clasp in bronze

on November 7

the Asthma

Viewed as a unifying symbol

Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A War Medal (Galipoli Star), C.1915 Buy Now Dated 21 December 1943(Harp Madalyas). Instituted in 1915. In zinc with red enamels, Turkish made, ball finials on the tips of the star points, measuring 56. 8 mm (w) x 54. 5 mm (h), horizontal pinback, intact enamels, scattered white oxidation evident on both sides, near extremely 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