{
  "id": 7830444,
  "title": "This 19th-century Quran is just 26mm tall — and is on sale in Abu Dhabi",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/this-19th-century-quran-is-just-26mm-tall-and-is-on-sale-in-abu-dhabi",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-16T15:50:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/this-19th-century-quran-is-just-26mm-tall-and-is-on-sale-in-abu-dhabi-1.500677126"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Abu Dhabi's prestigious Abu Dhabi International Book Fair will showcase an exquisite miniature Quran, a rare gem from the 19th century. This finely crafted masterpiece, printed by David Bryce in Glasgow, is a testament to the remarkable technical prowess and commercial success of its era. Measuring only 26 by 19 millimeters, the Quran's diminutive size belies its historical significance as one of the earliest European-printed editions in miniature format.\n\nThe Bryce Quran, originally printed in the late 1890s, was designed to cater to Muslim readers across Europe, the Indian subcontinent, East Africa, and the Middle East. Its photolithographic technique set it apart from earlier miniature Qurans, which were produced in India and the Ottoman Empire. The Quran's binding is a striking red leather adorned with gilt decoration, housed in its original metal locket, the very format in which these extraordinary miniature books were first issued.\n\nPeter Harrington, a leading rare book dealer, is offering this precious miniature Quran for £2,750 at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair. The Quran's allure lies not only in its size but also in the golden age of Islamic art it represents, as well as the intricate craftsmanship that brought this miniature text to life.",
  "summary": "One of world’s most iconic miniature Qur’ans to feature at Abu Dhabi International Book Fair",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}