Ottoman 1911 Certificate of Appreciation İttihat ve Terakki School Persian Language Persia

Ottoman “Aferin” Certificate – İttihat ve Terakki Üsküdar Numune Mektebi, 1911

Description:
This is an original “Aferin” certificate (the Ottoman equivalent of today’s certificate of appreciation), issued by the İttihat ve Terakki Üsküdar Numune Mektebi. It was awarded to student Ratıp Efendi (No. 312) for his achievements in Persian language lessons.

Dated 12 Teşrin-i Sani 1327 (25 November 1911), this document is a fine example of late Ottoman educational practices and student recognition.

What makes this certificate particularly notable is the presence of the İttihat ve Terakki (Committee of Union and Progress) name in the school’s title, underlining the strong role of the party in Ottoman society during the early 20th century.

The document is small in size, and despite its modest format, it carries significant historical value for collectors interested in Ottoman education, student life, and the influence of political movements on schooling.

Key Features:

• Date: 12 Teşrin-i Sani 1327 (25 November 1911)

• Type: “Aferin” certificate (Certificate of Appreciation)

• School: İttihat ve Terakki Üsküdar Numune Mektebi

• Recipient: Ratıp Efendi (Student No. 312)

• Subject: Persian language success

• Size: Small format

• Historical Significance: Reflects Ottoman educational practices and the role of İttihat ve Terakki in state and society during the late Empire