European style ottoman musket

TVV · 25th September 2023, 05:50 PM

I do not know if this very attractive gun was made in Istanbul, or somewhere else in the Balkans, as this type of guns was popular all over the place in the 19th century and there were talented artisans in many centers throughout the Empire. Are there any tughras to attest to silver content or any other markings on the fittings?

Whatever the case, it is a gorgeous gun of the highest quality and I thank you for sharing it here.

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25th September 2023, 05:50 PM	#2
TVV Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Bay Area Posts: 1,660	I do not know if this very attractive gun was made in Istanbul, or somewhere else in the Balkans, as this type of guns was popular all over the place in the 19th century and there were talented artisans in many centers throughout the Empire. Are there any tughras to attest to silver content or any other markings on the fittings? Whatever the case, it is a gorgeous gun of the highest quality and I thank you for sharing it here.