Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A Crimea War Medal 1854-1856 consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac and it was awarded with

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

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

They are dated to April 12 and July 19

4 Clasps - 1916

on a fixed loop and ring for suspension from a period original ribbon

Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A Crimea War Medal 1854-1856 consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac and it was awarded with(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.