Turkey, Ottoman Empire. Two First War Lapel Badges Archive (Issued 1866-1918)

(Issued 1866-1918)

followed by a draft at the end of the year to the 23

separation in the stitching along the body's seam and the expected wear from active use

the accompanying ornate patterned belt in fine silver threading

dated 1940

Turkey, Ottoman Empire. Two First War Lapel Badges Archive (Issued 1866-1918)Includes: 1. First War "Unity of Men" Lapel Badge 1915: two piece construction, in bronze gilt with red, white, yellow and green enamels, illustrating the Ottoman crescent moon and star insignia, with stripes in two corners, inscribed "VIRIBUS UNITAS" (Unity of Men), dated "1915" in the bottom left corner, measuring 21. 7 mm (w) x 24 mm (h), horizontal pinback and hook on the reverse. 2. First War Regimental Flag Lapel Badge: in bronze gilt with