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WW1 ‘Gallipoli Star’ Turkish War Medal 1915.
A good silvered and enamelled German Officer’s private purchase breast star by BB & Co. Silvered five pointed red translucent enamelled star with balls to the tips. Mounted to the centre, a silver crescent enclosing the Sultan’s cypher and date. Horizontal pin to reverse. Toned
Ottoman Empire award for gallantry in battle instituted by the Sultan Mehmed Reshad V on 1 March 1915. Awarded for the duration of World War I to Ottoman and other Central Powers troops including many German Officers.
