“The Circassians are a handsome race of people; the men, particularly among higher classes, are tall, of a thin form, but Herculean structure; they are very slight about the loins, have a small foot, and are uncommonly strong in the arms. They have a truly Roman and martial appearance. As the purest type of white person, Circassian women are the most beautiful on earth. Throughout centuries, these people have preserved their noble appearance although the striking phenotype of early Circassians had been subject to a fair amount of change due to rare intermarriages with foreigners who were seeking to have their share out of the fascinating Circassian look and strength.”
Photograph of a Circassian man
Source: Circassian Culture and Folklore Page on Facebook