Turkey (Ottoman Empire): The Ottoman War Medal (Turkish War Medal) or Harp Madalyasi. Turkish Mint issue

The principal Turkish bravery medal for the Great War, also referred to erroneously and popularly as the 'Gallipoli Star' or Iron Crescent (Eiserner Halbmond)

This an original white metal Turkish made example from circa 1915, with few remaining traces of the original lacquered red paint

Reverse of insignia sans original fittings, with a customised clasp added

An attractive 'Battlefield' souvenir piece

Condition: Paint worn. Relic

Code: 23154