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This study presents a unique instance of a lithographic stone from the early 20th century that is currently housed at the Trabzon Museum. The limestone block in question exhibits a cream coloration and possesses two surfaces that are notably smooth and flat. One side of the block showcases hand-drawn depictions of commercial images, while the other side presents a map delineating the geographical aspects of the Çanakkale Strait. This particular work holds great significance in the context of Ottoman printing history, since it not only contributes to our understanding of this field but also sheds light on several fragmented depictions of lost Ottoman commerce. The labels illustrated on Side A of the lithographic stone exhibit three different types: unilingual, bilingual, or trilingual. These labels make use of many languages including French, Greek, Ottoman Turkish, Armenian, and English. Within the aforementioned categories, there exists a label that pertains to a producer of mineral water situated in Sürmene. Additionally, two labels are associated with pharmacies operating in Trabzon and Samsun respectively. Furthermore, one label corresponds to a manufacturing facility engaged in the production of Douzico, while another label is attributed to a vendor of quinine sulfate originating from London. It is likely that the printing establishments in Trabzon served not only the local community, but also the surrounding communities, potentially extending as far as Samsun and possibly beyond. The inclusion of the Çanakkale Strait map on Side B provides valuable evidence that contributes to our understanding of the geographical nomenclature pertaining to both the European and Asian regions of Çanakkale during the 1910s, immediately preceding the commencement of the Gallipoli Campaign. This particular map can be regarded as the most extensive and thorough representation of the Çanakkale Strait during the specified time period.

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