Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A Crimea War Medal 1854-1856 consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac the body of the cap

the body of the cap is trimmed at both the top and bottom with additional bands of gilt bullion wire

the Falange Movement

and it was awarded with a special sash ribbon having an additional central white stripe

plus maps of Antarctica and the Arctic on the inside front and back covers respectively

It is often awarded to foreign office holders (such as prime and senior ministers) during Swedish state visits

Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A Crimea War Medal 1854-1856 consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac the body of the cap(Krm Harbi Madalyas). Instituted in 1855. In silver, reverse inscribed "CRIMEA", measuring 37 mm in diameter, worn on original ribbon, light wear and small edge nicks, very fine condition.