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Ottoman Identity Document Copy 1924 with Photograph Greek Ottoman Citizen
  • Ottoman Identity Document Copy 1924 with Photograph Greek Ottoman Citizen
  • Ottoman Identity Document Copy 1924 with Photograph Greek Ottoman Citizen
  • Ottoman Identity Document Copy 1924 with Photograph Greek Ottoman Citizen
  • Ottoman Identity Document Copy 1924 with Photograph Greek Ottoman Citizen
  • Ottoman Identity Document Copy 1924 with Photograph Greek Ottoman Citizen
  • Ottoman Identity Document Copy 1924 with Photograph Greek Ottoman Citizen
  • Ottoman Identity Document Copy 1924 with Photograph Greek Ottoman Citizen
  • Ottoman Identity Document Copy 1924 with Photograph Greek Ottoman Citizen
  • Ottoman Identity Document Copy 1924 with Photograph Greek Ottoman Citizen
  • Ottoman Identity Document Copy 1924 with Photograph Greek Ottoman Citizen
Ottoman Identity Document Copy 1924 with Photograph Greek Ottoman Citizen

Ottoman Identity Document Copy 1924 with Photograph Greek Ottoman Citizen

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Ottoman Identity Document Copy with Photograph (1924)

Description

This document is an Ottoman-era identity document copy titled “Tezkire-i Osmaniye’nin Sureti,” meaning a certified copy of an Ottoman identity card. What makes this document particularly valuable and rare is the presence of a photograph, as photographic identity documents are uncommon within Ottoman archival materials.

The identity belongs to Vasiliki? , identified as the wife of Havyarcı Yorgi. She is recorded as an Ottoman citizen of Greek (Rum) origin. Her father is listed as the deceased Lazari, and her mother as the deceased Manyati. Her marital status is recorded as married and her place of birth is Istanbul.

The document is dated 12 Teşrin-i Sani 24 (12 November 1924), placing it in the early Republican period, yet still written in Ottoman Turkish, as the Alphabet Reform would not take place until 1928. This situates the document among the final examples of Ottoman-script civil identification records.

An important feature of the document is the handwritten statement and signature of a witness confirming the accuracy of the recorded information. The witness declares that Vasiliki is the mother-in-law of Havyarcı Lenitor Efendi, who owns a caviar shop (havyarcı dükkânı) located at No. 52 in the Süngerciler Bazaar at the Fish Market (Balık Pazarı). The shop is stated to belong to Aliko, and the familial relationship is formally attested by the witness.

All personal names appearing in the document are Greek, making it a compelling example of the Greek (Rum) community’s social and commercial life in Istanbul. The document provides valuable insight into identity registration practices, family relations, and the multicultural structure of late Ottoman and early Republican society.

Key Features

• Type: Ottoman identity document copy (Tezkire-i Osmaniye’nin Sureti)

• Date: 12 Teşrin-i Sani 24 (12 November 1924)

• Document Feature: Photographic identification (rare in Ottoman documents)

• Name of Holder: Vasiliki?

• Spouse: Havyarcı Yorgi

• Citizenship: Ottoman citizen

• Ethnic Community: Greek (Rum)

• Father’s Name: Lazari (deceased)

• Mother’s Name: Manyati (deceased)

• Marital Status: Married

• Place of Birth: Istanbul

• Witness Statement: Handwritten confirmation of identity and family relation

• Commercial Reference: Caviar shop at No. 52, Süngerciler Bazaar, Balık Pazarı

• Related Individuals: Havyarcı Lenitor Efendi, Aliko

• Cultural Significance: Reflects the Greek community’s presence and identity practices

• Physical Features: Photograph, handwritten text, signature

• Historical Importance: Rare example of a photographed Ottoman identity document from the post-Ottoman transition period

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