Reis Collection

Reis's musical telephone, 1896
3479283 Reis's musical telephone, 1896; (add.info.: Transmitter of Reis's musical telephone, made in the form of the human ear)

Grand Vizier, Kaim-Mekam, Reis Efendi and Khadjedhian
Turkey. Administration of the Ottoman Empire. From left to right: Grand Vizier, Kaim-Mekam, Reis Efendi and Khadjedhian, member of the Divan. Historia de Turquia, 1840

Ottoman Empire. Turkey - Grand Vizier, Kaim-Mekam
Turkey. Administration of the Ottoman Empire. From left to right: Grand Vizier, Kaim-Mekam, Reis Efendi and Khadjedhian, member of the Divan. Historia de Turquia, 1840

Brazil Bilhete Postal
Postcard printed in pink on light buff card with Vinte Reis oval stamp. Date: 1880

Reis of Barbary, Ottoman naval captain. Illustration from Francois Pouquevilles Travels through More, Albania and several other parts of the Ottoman Empire, 1805

Postcard explaining the currency of Portugal, with equivalent values for other countries. Date: circa 1900

Oruc Reis, or Oruc Reis, 1474-1518, Ottoman bey, or governor, of Algiers, and his brother Hayreddin Barbarossa also known as Barbarossa Hayreddin Pasha or Hizir Reis, 1478-1546

Hayreddin Barbarossa also known as Barbarossa Hayreddin Pasha or Hizir Reis, 1478-1546. Admiral of the Ottoman Fleet

PHILIP II of Spain (1527-1598). King of Spain (1556-1598) and Portugal (1580-1598). Portrait of Philip II in the book Elogios dos Reis de Portugal com os mais verdaderos retratos by Bernardo Brito

SULEIMAN THE MAGNIFICENT (c1494-1566). Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, 1520-1566. With two dignitaries. Turkish miniature, c1560, by Haydar Reis, known as Nigari

Portuguese coins - early 20th century, charting the change from the reign of Carlos I, up to his assassination in 1908, the brief reign of his son Manuel II

Arrival of the Portuguese to Japan in 16th c. Namban Period. Detail with a Portuguese boat. Japanese art. Painting. PORTUGAL. Porto. Soares dos Reis National Museum

TELEPHONE: REIS, 1863. Telephone transmitter, left, and receiver invented by Johann Philipp Reis (1834-1874). Wood engraving, German, 1863

TELEPHONE: REIS, 1862. Telephone transmitter, top, and receiver invented by Johann Philipp Reis (1834-1874). Wood engraving, German, 1862

The Reis Telephone system
The Reis Telephone System (developed by Johann Philipp Reis, 1834 - 1874), demonstrated to the Physical Society in Frankfurt in 1861. Reis speaker worked by magnetostriction

Bank Note - Brazil
BRAZIL - 500 REIS

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"Reis: The Legacy of Ottoman Admirals and Grand Viziers" Step into the captivating world of "reis, " a term that encompasses the esteemed titles held by influential figures in the Ottoman Empire. From Grand Viziers to Kaim-Mekam, Reis Efendi to Khadjedhian, these individuals played pivotal roles in shaping Turkey's rich history. One such notable figure was Oruc Reis, an Ottoman naval captain who commanded respect and fear on the Barbary Coast. Alongside his brother Hayreddin Barbarossa, also known as Barbarossa Hayreddin Pasha or Hizir Reis, they became legendary admirals of the formidable Ottoman Fleet. Their strategic prowess and maritime dominance were unmatched during their time. The influence of reises extended beyond naval conquests. Take Suleiman the Magnificent, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire from 1520 to 1566. Under his reign, he elevated the empire's power and grandeur to unprecedented heights. His patronage led to architectural marvels like Rhodes' Mosque of Murad Reis in Greece—a testament to his vision for cultural enrichment. These remarkable leaders left an indelible mark not only within their territories but also across borders. Philip II of Spain recognized their might and sought alliances with these powerful reises during his reign from 1556 to 1598. Even today, remnants of this historical legacy can be found through artifacts like Brazil Bilhete Postal postcards explaining Portugal's currency or DDE-90038538 postcards shedding light on various aspects of Turkish culture. Join us as we delve into a world where honor met ambition—where brave souls navigated treacherous seas under flags bearing names like Oruc Reis and Hayreddin Barbarossa—the embodiment of courage and resilience that defined an era long past but never forgotten.