Dr Engineer Muslim Amini, owner of Globe Art Qatar, revealed the display of a rare Ottoman Sultanic Qur’an, over 600 years old and priced at more than QR1mn, as part of the company's participation in the Doha International Book Fair (DIBF) 2026.
He confirmed that the Qur’an is written in gold ink and is among the rarest pieces on display this year, alongside hundreds of manuscripts, rare books, and artefacts that document various stages of Islamic and world history.
Speaking to the press, Dr Amini said: "The stories don't end at the shelves of modern books or book signings. Within the halls of the exhibition and in the Globe Art pavilion, there are gateways to the memory of ancient civilisations, kingdoms, and journeys."
He pointed out that among these treasures are a collection of rare manuscripts, books, and ancient artefacts, creating a scene reminiscent of a mobile historical museum.
Dr Amini noted that the pavilion also includes rare artefacts and antiquities, such as swords, daggers, historical carpets, and other heritage items, some of which are being displayed to the public in Qatar for the first time.
He pointed out that the prices of the pieces vary according to their historical value and rarity, ranging from hundreds to hundreds of thousands of riyals, with some exceeding one million riyals.
Dr Amini emphasised that this Qur'an represents a rare example of Islamic calligraphy and ornamentation from the Ottoman era. It was meticulously handwritten and decorated with intricate designs using gold, making it a piece that combines religious, artistic, and historical value.
