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Turkey, Abdul Hamid II (1876-1909), Opening of the Hejaz Railway 1318 AH (1908 AD), gold medal, toughra above locomotive in wreath, date below, rev. Arabic inscription, 30mm., 30.18g., edge plain (Erüreten p.278; cf. Swan 332), extremely fine, pierced for wearing, with original gold suspension, and original red riband with gold top bar complete with gold retaining hooks, a superb quality medal, carefully struck with frosted details on brilliant fields, of the highest rarity. Subject to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium. For more information please view Terms and Conditions for Buyers.