Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A War Medal (Gallipoli Star) Auction 50 mm x 109 mm

50 mm x 109 mm

on his own initiative

constructed of aluminum wire with rolled aluminum bullion wire interlaced with green threading to form the veins of the eagle as well as details on the wreath

A 1942 Field-made Luftwaffe “Russland” Ring - An Aluminum

Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A War Medal (Gallipoli Star) Auction 50 mm x 109 mm(Harp Madalyasi). Instituted in 1915. In silver with red paint, ball finials on the tips of the star points, measuring 54. 3 mm (w) x 51. 5 mm (h), safety pin attachment, scattered chipping and wear evident in the red paint, contact marks, 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