Her name was Anastasia but was changed after her conversion, no doubt on her admission to the palace, to Mâh-Peyker (Moon-Shaped), and later by Sultan Ahmet to Kosem"

Kosem Sultan, Ottoman sultana who exercised a strong influence on Ottoman politics for several decades at a time when the women of the palace enjoyed significant authority within the palace.

Jun 27, 2025 · Kosem’s Humble Beginnings ... Kösem’s story begins in the Balkans where she was born as Anastasia in the year 1589. Various sources claim that she was Bosnian, Greek, or Circassian. …

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Oct 14, 2025 · Kosem Sultan was a woman who refused to be just another widow on the Ottoman court - instead she became a real ruler of the empire. Her decisions made such an impact, that after her …

Oct 7, 2017 · After the death of Ahmed I, Kosem organized the ascension of Ahmed I’s brother, Mustafa I. With Mustafa I’s ascension, she was able to prevent Ahmed I’s eldest son, Osman, from becoming …

The Magnificent Century: Kosem: With Hakan Sahin, Sener Savas, Nurgül Yesilçay, Ece Çesmioglu. Anastasia a young Greek woman in Ahmed I's harem takes on the name 'Kosem' (leader, pioneer). …

Welcome to The Wikia of Magnificent Century: Kosem, where you are provided with details about the characters, places, and summaries of each episodes. Meet the Imperial Family at the time of Kosem …

Kosem’s ascent began not in a gilded cradle but rather through sheer determination and cunning. Captured and brought to Istanbul as part of the slave trade, she quickly caught the eye of Sultan …

While Turhan was able to gain immense power with Kösem’s death, she also angered the public in so doing. According to History of Royal Women (article linked below): “Kosem was also known for her …