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Ottoman Turkey Antique Brass Collar necklace with Bakelite beads and Ottoman coins with Tughra. - Ottoman Turkey Antique Brass Collar necklace with Bakelite beads and Ottoman coins with Tughra. Yellow beads tested for Bakelite by simichrome Brass collar with brass links and wooden beads. Diameter of collar 12 cm. (4.7 inches) Total length of collar: 38 cm. (14.9 inches) Total length of pendant: 12 cm. (4.7 inches) Diameter of big coin: 3.6 cm. (1.4 inches) A tughra (Ottoman Turkish) is a calligraphic monogram, seal or signature of a sultan that was affixed to all official documents and correspondence. Inspired by the tamgha, it was also carved on his seal and stamped on the coins minted during his reign. Very elaborate decorated versions were created for important documents that were also works of art in the tradition of Ottoman illumination, such as the example of Suleiman the Magnificent in the gallery below.