Ottoman Empire AR Medal. Uncertain date, possibly struck under Abdul Hamid II, AH 1293-1327 = AD 1876-1909. Toughra within suns rays above elaborate arms with ornate cartouche at centre; foliate decorations and orders below / Wreath. Cf.
Stephen Album Rare Coins 35, lot 1100 for an example of the Sanayi Medal, the type of which matches this medal but has a different ribbon. 19.31g, 31mm, 12h.
Condition as seen.
From the Marnix Collection.