Vintage 800 silver Ottoman tughra brooch featuring a crescent moon, stars and beautifully intricate calligraphic-style detailing.
There is something deeply romantic about jewelry that carries echoes of another place and time. Shaped like a luminous crescent moon, this evocative brooch surrounds an ornate tughra-style emblem with engraved decoration and tiny stars—a miniature keepsake that feels rich with history.
The reverse is stamped “800 ARGENT,” indicating 800-grade silver. An additional hallmark is present but has not been identified.Â
Details
- Materials: 800 silver
- Markings: “800 ARGENT” with an additional unidentified hallmark
- Closure: C-clasp
- Era: 1940s
- Measurements: Approx. 2.25cm (0.9 in) wide