Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A Life Saving Medal (Medal Of Tahlisiye) consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac Each glove tapers from the

Each glove tapers from the forearm and features an elasticized drawstring at the cuff for a secure fit with the wearer’s tunic and smock

Harland Page Halsey of Brooklyn

While serving with H

ORANGE FREE STATE (in silver

(Bandschnalle mit Etui)

Turkey, Ottoman Empire. A Life Saving Medal (Medal Of Tahlisiye) consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac Each glove tapers from the(Tahlisiye Madalyasi). Instituted in 1859. In silver, measuring 36. 7 mm in diameter, exhibiting spotting, edge nicks, its original hanger with dual screwbacks is independent of the replacement ribbon, better than very fine. Footnote: The Life Saving Medal (AKA Medal of Tahlisiye) was instituted in 1859 and awarded to those who saved other people's lives or for other similar heroic deeds, which included rescuing people from drowning, fires,