Holy Quran Museum Displays 18th Century Brass Engraved Quran

A rare Quran copy engraved on brass plates is on display at the Holy Quran Museum in Makkah, offering visitors a view of an uncommon method of Quranic production.

The manuscript dates back to the 12th century in the Islamic calendar, corresponding to the 18th century CE.

Unlike traditional manuscripts written on paper or parchment, the text is inscribed onto brass plates, reflecting a distinct artisanal approach to preservation and reproduction.

The piece is considered one of the museum’s most distinctive exhibits due to both its material and historical context.

The engraving technique highlights a specialised craft associated with its period, demonstrating how Quranic texts were produced using durable materials beyond conventional formats.

The display places the manuscript within a broader collection of historical items at the museum, allowing visitors to engage with different methods of Quran preservation across time.

The exhibit focuses on the object’s material composition and dating, presenting it as a representative example of historical craftsmanship and religious manuscript production.