Ottoman Tughra of Sultan Süleiman

The tughra of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent is an iconic piece of Ottoman calligraphy. It has three vertical axes and two concentric oval loops on the left side, interwoven with the Sultan's name, title and the phrase "Eternally Victorious".

Biography of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent

Born on November 6, 1494 in Trabzon, Ottoman Empire. In 1520, he became the 10th Sultan of the Ottoman Empire. He died on September 7, 1566 during the Hungarian campaign (aged 71).

Representative Achievements

• Expand the Ottoman Empire to its maximum extent
• Dedicated to the development of legal systems and cultural promotion
• Known by the title "The Great Emperor"

Characteristics and significance of Tughra

The tughra symbolized the authority of the Ottoman sultans and was used in official documents, decrees, donations, letters, coins, etc. Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent's tughra is highly regarded as a work of art that symbolizes the Golden Age of the Ottoman Empire , with its sophisticated design and beautiful font .

More than just a signature or seal, the tughra is a visual expression of the sultan's authority and Islamic faith, its intricate shapes and flowing lines inspiring a sense of strength and beauty.

The tughra of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent is a precious cultural heritage that conveys the glory of the Ottoman Empire to the present day.