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Ottoman Detail
by Helen Betts
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23-NOV-2003 Helen Betts

Ottoman Detail
by Helen Betts

Ankara, Turkey

This is a medallion dated 1268 according to the Islamic (Hijri) calendar, or 1853 according to the Gregorian calendar, during the reign of the Ottoman sultan, Abdülmecit. It would have been given to dignitaries to be worn on a sash or belt; this one was for the Crimean War. The gold center bears the tugra, or mark, of the sultan, while the outside is ringed with the star and crescent moon, which still appear on today's Turkish flag. It's sitting on an Ottoman table cover that is embroidered in gold.

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Sony Forums Challenges30-Nov-2003 19:34
You've captured the details alright! Bobby.
Sony Forums Challenges26-Nov-2003 06:44
Helen, I really like the lighting & color contrasts here. Interesting subject with clear detail...I esp like how the silver piece radiates from the central golden sphere. Informative caption too. Nice shot. MFC
Sony Forums Challenges23-Nov-2003 18:43
Yes, you're right, Yehuda. and thank you. I used to be able to read these numbers without thinking, but obviously not any longer! I'll change my explanation. Helen
Sony Forums Challenges23-Nov-2003 17:23
Isn't it saying 1268? Yehuda
Sony Forums Challenges23-Nov-2003 03:05
Beautiful and interesting Helen! Thank you for the historical background as well. Melanie (mlynn)
andy williams 22-Nov-2003 23:51
quite the turkish detail! from the "ottoman" empire? lol. a nice shot -- andy