Turkey. 1862 model Life Saving Medal

Silver, stamping. An original and quite rare medal in very good collectible condition. On the original shoe. The medal was established in 1859 and is intended to be awarded for saving human life in floods, fires, earthquakes and other disasters, committed at the risk of one's own life. The color of the ribbon indicates the number of medal awards. Red at the first award, green at the second, white at the third and a ribbon with red-green-white stripes at the fourth. Guarantee of authenticity.