Rare 1910 Ottoman Empire Land Title Deed (Sened-i Hakani Tapu) with Imperial TughraUp for sale is an exceptional piece of late Ottoman history. This is an authentic Sened-i Hakanî (Imperial Land Deed / Title Record), complete with its original pink exterior wrapper marked \"Tapu Senedi\" (طاپو سندی) in Arabic script.Key Historical Features:
• Imperial Emblem: Features a beautifully preserved, crisp black ink Tughra of Sultan Mehmed V Reşad (who reigned from 1909 to 1918), framed within a detailed decorative wreath.
• Ministry Authority: The main calligraphic banner references the Evkaf-ı Hümayun Nezareti (Ottoman Ministry of Imperial Foundations/Endowments).
• Official Markings: Includes official governmental fiscal stamps, multiple validation ink seals at the base, and original handwritten Ottoman Turkish script detailing the property transfer.Historical Translation & Context:
This document is beautifully handwritten in the traditional Ottoman Rika script. A translation breakdown of its contents reveals its precise geographical and genealogical context:
• Heading: Outlines that the land was managed under the \"An Canib-i Nezaret-i Evkaf-ı Hümayun\" (Office of the Ministry of Imperial Endowments).
• Location: The deed places the land within the Sivas Sancağı (District of Sivas), specifically in the Tokad Kazası (Town of Tokat) at a locality called Avare Tepesi (Avare Hill).
• Property Type: Described as a \"kıt\'a bağçe\" (a parcel of vineyard/garden land) measuring roughly two dunams (half an acre).
• Boundaries: The property boundaries are meticulously detailed, noting that it borders the garden of Sabancıoğlu, a \"su harkı\" (water canal/pathway), the garden of Genç Ağazade Ömer Ağa, and a \"tarik-i amm\" (public road).
• Parties Involved: The titleholder, Barutçuoğlu Hacı Hasan, transfers the land with his full consent to his grandson, Barutçuoğlu Ömer bin Ahmed (Ömer, son of Ahmed), for the sum of 3,000 Gurus (Piastres).Condition Report:
Fantastic archival condition for a paper document over a century old. Displays expected historical fold lines and gentle edge wear. The ink stamps and calligraphy remain dark, legible, and un-faded. Comes with the rare accompanying protective outer folder showing the classic star and crescent emblem.Perfect for collectors of Ottoman ephemera, Islamic calligraphy, Middle Eastern history, and antique document and Handling Information:
• Packaging: This delicate historical document will be securely packed flat between thick, rigid layers of protective cardboard to prevent bending, creasing, or moisture damage during transit.
• Handling Time: Ships within 1–2 business days after cleared payment.
• Domestic Shipping: Sent via expedited shipping services.
• International Shipping: Worldwide shipping is available via standard international services or global shipping programs.
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