The unique portrait medallion of Mehmed II, which has been valued at up to £2 million. Photo: Bonhams
The unique portrait medallion of Mehmed II, which has been valued at up to £2 million. Photo: Bonhams

Culture

Rediscovered portrait medallion of Ottoman ruler valued at up to £2 million

Bronze object believed to feature earliest Western portrait of an Islamic ruler

Gillian Duncan
Gillian Duncan

March 18, 2024

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