1927 Istanbul Debt Doc Viktor Ohanidi Greek Merchant 74 GBP Tayyare Aero Stamp
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1927 Istanbul Debt Doc Viktor Ohanidi Greek Merchant 74 GBP Tayyare Aero Stamp. VERY RARE. WE SENT ALL ITEM WITH REGISTERED SHIPPING .. VERY RARE ..Rare 1927 Istanbul Commercial Document - Debt Acknowledgment with Aviation Stamp This original handwritten document, dated 1927 , provides a unique glimpse into the post-Ottoman commercial landscape of Istanbul. It concerns a debt of 74 British Pounds (Sterling) owed by Viktor Ohanidi , a prominent Greek drug store (Ecza Deposu) owner in Sirkeci , to Gustav Dilman, a merchant in Sultanhamam. Key Features: Philatelic Value: Features a beautiful 5 Kuruş "Türk Tayyare Cemiyeti" (Turkish Aeroplane Society) revenue stamp, used to support early Turkish aviation. Historical Context: Represents the transition period of the early Turkish Republic, featuring the use of Ottoman script (Old Turkish) for legal/commercial purposes. Bi-Cultural History: Mentions the involvement of the Greek business community in the historic trade districts of Istanbul (Sirkeci and Sultanhamam). Financial Details: The debt is specified in British Sterling , highlighting the international nature of Istanbul's trade at the time. Condition: Authentically aged with original signatures and official Istanbul stamps. This is an exceptional item for collectors of Ottoman/Turkish ephemera, Judaica/Greek-Orthodox business history, or early aviation-related revenue stamps.
