Characteristics of Siyakat Script and Ottoman Numbers in Archival Documents-Dündar Günday

"Characteristics of Siyakat Script and Ottoman Numbers in Archival Documents"

This book explores the characteristics of the siyakat script and Ottoman numbers commonly used in Ottoman archival documents. It provides a detailed explanation of the aesthetic and technical features of the siyakat script, offering insights into how it should be read and understood. Additionally, the book examines the history, varieties, and usage rules of Ottoman numbers (divan rakamları) used in official correspondence and documents of the Ottoman state. As such, the book stands out as an important resource for reading and interpreting Ottoman archival documents.

AUTHOR: Dündar Günday

ISBN: 978-975-16-0145-2

PHYSICAL: Ivory Paper, Paperback, IX, 259 Pages, Facsimile; 32 cm

LANGUAGE: Turkish

PUBLICATION YEAR: 2021

EDITION: 4th Edition

CATEGORY: Study-Research