Medal "For the Turkish War of 1828-1829"

Silver, stamping. The original medal is in very good condition. The diameter is 26 mm. The obverse of the medal depicts an Orthodox cross surrounded by radiance, standing on a fallen crescent moon. On the left of the cross, the date of the beginning of the war is indicated in an arc along the side — "1828.", and on the right, the date of its completion is indicated in the same way — "1829." On the reverse side of the medal is a horizontal inscription in three lines: "FOR THE TURKISH WAR." Along the circumference along the rim there are two laurel branches connected by a ribbon at the bottom. Medal on the original ribbon

The medal "For the Turkish War" is a state award of the Russian Empire. It was established in connection with the end of the Russian-Turkish War (1828-1829). It was established by decree of Nicholas I on October 1 (13), 1829. The medal was awarded to all those who took part in military operations against Turkey from 1828 to 1829. All generals, officers, lower ranks, both combat and non-combat, as well as militia members were awarded. From December 10 (22), 1830, sailors who participated in the battles began to be awarded. According to a special imperial decree, this award could be presented until September 1, 1832. In total, approximately 100,000 medals were minted at the St. Petersburg Mint. Other embossing options are also known, differing in a number of small details, as well as in diameter. There was a medal of a reduced size: from 20 to 22 mm in diameter, intended for cavalrymen.