Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A Galipoli Star, C.1915

Harp Madalyası. Instituted in 1915. Of Turkish manufacture, in nickel-plated brass with red patination, tughra of Sultan Mehmed V Reşâd, over the date 1333 AH (AD 1915) within an upward-facing crescent moon, ball finials on the tips of the star points, measuring 56.2 mm (w) x 53.3 mm (h), horizontal pinback, chipping and crazing evident in the red patination, better than very 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 battle. This decoration was awarded for the duration of the First World War to Ottoman and other Central Powers troops, primarily in Ottoman areas of engagement.

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