Imperial Russia Empire Order Medal for Turkish troops 1833 Nicholas I Badge Replica A131
Imperial Russian Medal – For Turkish Troops 1833, Nicholas I – Replica Material: Brass (modern reproduction; originals were struck in gold and silver) Diameter: approx. 29 mm (1.14 in) Weight: approx. 13 g (0.46 oz) This is a modern replica medal, inspired by the Imperial Russian Medal for Turkish Troops of 1833. The original award was created under Emperor Nicholas I to commemorate the cooperation between Russian and Turkish forces when Ottoman troops camped alongside the Russian landing detachment at Gaukh-Ker-Iskelesi (“Sultan’s Pier”) on the Bosphorus. Gold versions were awarded to generals and officers, with only 168 produced (8 of them decorated with diamonds). Silver versions were presented to 2,265 Turkish privates. ⚠️ Note: This item is a reproduction for collectors, reenactors, educators, and history enthusiasts. It is not an original 19th-century medal.