WW1 ‘Gallipoli Star’ Turkish War Medal 1915.

A good silvered and enamelled German Officer private purchase breast star by BB & Co. (Binder Brüder & Co. Lüdensheid).Silvered five pointed red translucent enamelled star with balls to the tips. Mounted to the centre, a silver crescent enclosing the Sultan cypher and date. Replacement pin to reverse. Small crack to enamel of one arm.

Ottoman Empire award for gallantry in battle instituted by the Sultan Mehmed Reshad V on 1 March 1915. Awarded for the duration of World War I to Ottoman and other Central Powers troops including many German Officers.

Code: 1025373