Turkey, Ottoman Empire. Abdul Hamid II AR Grand Medal of Distinction (Tarz-i jedid Buyuk Imtiyaz). AH 1300 = AD 1883. Toughra within suns rays above elaborate arms with ornate cartouche at centre; foliate decorations and orders below / Cartouche with text over blank banner and ornate designs, date in exergue. Pere 1112. 24.00g, 38mm, 12h.
Mint State; beautiful old cabinet tone, suspension removed and plugged at 12h. Rare.
From the inventory of a UK dealer.
Issued for Loyalty & Bravery between 1876 & 1909.