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In Ottoman culture, the henna night was one of the most significant and symbolic stages of a wedding ceremony. Special trays used during the application of henna to the bride were not only functional items but also carried aesthetic and symbolic value. These trays served various purposes, including carrying the henna, presenting it during the ceremony, and offering treats to the bride and guests.

One such tray stands out due to a remarkable detail: it features an original Ottoman-era coin, which bears a sultan's tughra—the imperial monogram used by Ottoman sultans. Upon examination, it is identified as the tughra of Sultan Abdulhamid II.

Each Ottoman sultan had a unique tughra, serving as a formal signature. Sultan Abdulhamid II’s tughra includes the following characteristic elements:

The honorific title "El-Gazi" (The Warrior),
The inscription "Abdulhamid bin Abdulmecid" (Abdulhamid, son of Abdulmecid),
Elegant, stylized curves typically rendered in ornamental calligraphy.

Sultan Abdulhamid II reigned from 1876 to 1909, a period marked by industrial development and the flourishing of craftsmanship in the Ottoman Empire. During this time, it became increasingly common for high-quality objects produced for the palace or upper bureaucracy to bear official stamps or emblems.

The tughra found on the tray is the kind that was typically stamped on silverware, coins, or rare items made for imperial use. These marks served as both indicators of authenticity and historical documentation, reflecting the object's origin and royal association.Thus, this particular henna tray is not merely a ceremonial item but also a valuable historical artifact that embodies the cultural and political essence of its era.

Design and Craftsmanship Details
- Material: Silver
- Hallmark: 800 Silver
- Condition: Excellent
- Type: Henna Plate
- Plate Weight: 14 G
- Plate Leight: 7 Cm


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