Hz.Ali (r.a) has a special place in all muslims heart, whether they are sunni or shia.
And, in Turkish culture, Hz.Ali (r.a.) is viewed as the ideal example of a muslim warrior; that is why he is often referenced in arms and armour.
But in this case, I don't think the "Ali" in he stamp is a reference to Hz.Ali(r.a.); but just the maker's mark with the name of the bladesmith. Ali is a very common name in Turkey.
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