### **OTTOMAN SULTAN ABDULHAMID II TUGHRA SILVER CUP HOLDER WITH PORCELAIN LINER** A finely crafted **late Ottoman period silver cup holder (zarf)** featuring the **tughra of Sultan Abdulhamid II**. The pierced and hand-engraved silver body is decorated with the Ottoman imperial coat of arms on one side and a detailed architectural landscape on the reverse, reflecting the refined metalwork of the period. The original porcelain liner is decorated with an elegant geometric pattern in gold with polychrome accents, creating a beautiful contrast with the silver holder. The removable porcelain insert complements the silver mount and enhances its decorative appeal. The silver holder weighs **17 grams** (silver weight only) and measures **5 cm** in height. It remains in good antique condition with an attractive natural patina and light wear consistent with age. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description. **Specifications:** * Origin: Ottoman Empire * Period: Reign of Sultan Abdulhamid II (1876–1909) * Material: Silver and porcelain * Decoration: Sultan Abdulhamid II tughra, Ottoman imperial coat of arms, architectural scene, pierced and engraved silverwork * Height: **6 cm** * Silver Weight: **17 g** * Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear and natural patina An elegant and highly collectible Ottoman silver and porcelain cup holder, representing the artistic taste of the Abdulhamid II period and an excellent addition to collections of Ottoman silver, Islamic art, and historical tableware.