Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A Life Saving Medal (Medal Of Tahlisiye) GTRexclude 98 mm x 520 mm

98 mm x 520 mm

scattered gilt wear and oxidation spots

measures 30mm (w) x 37 (h)

some light fraying along the edges

Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A Life Saving Medal (Medal Of Tahlisiye) GTRexclude 98 mm x 520 mm(Tahlisiye Madalyasi). Instituted in 1859. In silver, measuring 36. 7 mm in diameter, exhibiting spotting, edge nicks, its original hanger with dual screwbacks is independent of the replacement ribbon, better than very fine. Footnote: The Life Saving Medal (AKA Medal of Tahlisiye) was instituted in 1859 and awarded to those who saved other people's lives or for other similar heroic deeds, which included rescuing people from drowning, fires,