Ottoman Greek War Medal AH 1314 – Sultan Abdulhamid II
Key Information:
• Country: Ottoman Empire (Turkey)
• Medal: Greek War Medal (Yunan Harbi Madalyası)
• Conflict: Greco-Turkish War
• Date: AH 1314 (1896–1897)
• Diameter: approx. 24.43 mm
• Material: Silvered bronze
• Suspension: Original bar
• Ribbon: Original style, good condition
Medal Design:
Obverse: Ottoman tughra of Sultan Abdulhamid II within a laurel wreath.
Reverse: Arabic inscription with date 1314 AH, commemorating the Greek War campaign.
Condition:
• For condition, please refer to the pictures, all dimensions are approx.
• Light wear and natural toning
• Details remain well visible
• Ribbon in good collectible condition
Historical and Collectible Significance:
Awarded for participation in the Greco-Turkish War of 1897, this medal represents a short but significant conflict in late Ottoman military history. Its compact size and distinctive ribbon make it a recognizable and collectible Ottoman campaign medal.
Summary:
Attractive original Ottoman Greek War Medal with clear details and original ribbon, a solid collectible example.