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Title Silver waist buckle
Nationality Turkish
Period c 1800
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This fine unmarked silver buckle consists of two silver plates, each approx. 3.5 inches in diameter and with a Muslim palace or mosque (in Istanbul?) above C-scrolls. The floral border has pairs of stitch holes at intervals for attachment to a belt. The plates join with a hook and eye attachment. All the decoration is worked in relief.

This manner of work is often found on the scabbards of yataghans and the influence is clearly French (the C-scrolls are a typical rococo device). Napoleon sent artisans and armourers to Istanbul as a good will gesture to the Sultan in about 1805 or earlier.

These buckles were normally worn by women for special occasions, but there is evidence that, in central Asia at least, they were worn by men in full regalia right up to 1914.

The condition is excellent for the age of the piece. There are no repairs of any sort.

If you want to comment on this item—re quality, age, etc—please email me.


[Belt Buckles : Turkish : 19th Century]

testimonials

[From a vendor, rather than a buyer]

I'm delighted that you are happy with the badge and I hope you can sell it to someone who will value owning it.

I tried to sell it on eBay but they won't accept Nazi items. I then contacted several dealers via a Google search who mostly offered me £40-£50 after some haggling. Most of the other dealers tried to conceal its true value in their replies and also lacked manners which doesn't inspire confidence.

Ultimately it's about trust. I should think that most prospective sellers have done their own research and therefore know roughly what their item is worth. You were the only dealer who had the integrity to concede that my valuation was approximately correct and I respect your comment that you can't offer this as you need to make a profit. Your honest approach is greatly appreciated and I felt comfortable taking the risk in sending it to you.

Thank you for a smooth transaction

C D, UK, 01.07.2015

Parcel arrived safe and secure two days ago. Thanks for quick dispatch and secure packaging. Hope to deal with you again soon.

S L, Australia, 20.11.2012

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