Original Dutch WWI Era Turkish Crescent Instrument by Nationale Fabriek van Muziekinstrumenten of Tilburg - 44” Tall MG 13 along with a "Phrygian Cap"

along with a "Phrygian Cap" on the bolt release

The picture frame is carved with a federal eagle and “85 AS” along with the wings/propellor insignia and USA

It was made in 1943

This was not long before the end of the war

and swinging the front of the barrel to the left

Original Dutch WWI Era Turkish Crescent Instrument by Nationale Fabriek van Muziekinstrumenten of Tilburg - 44” Tall MG 13 along with a "Phrygian Cap"Original Item. Only One Available. A Turkish crescent, also called Turkish jingle or a Jingling Johnny, is a percussion instrument traditionally used by military bands internationally. In some contexts it also serves as a battle trophy or object of veneration. The instrument is held vertically and when played is either shaken up and down or twisted. Sometimes there is a geared crank mechanism for rotating it. This is a very interesting Dutch Turkish