According to the Public Relations of the National Archives and Library of Iran as saying that Gita Shokri, a culture-loving resident of Hamedan, donated the precious manuscript, dating back 224 years, to the Management of Archives and National Library in the western province.

Atefeh Zarei, the director of the center, announced the news and said, “This manuscript, dated 1224 AH, is in Bayaz format and includes selected surahs (chapters) from the Holy Quran, prayers, and pilgrimage texts. The Arabic text is written in Mu'arrab Naskh calligraphy, and the translation and titles are written in fine Shekasteh Nasta'liq.”

Zarei added that, “The manuscript has an illuminated and jeweled headpiece with Islamic and floral motifs, gold-leafing, and golden ruling. It consists of 121 leaves on chickpea-colored Isfahani paper with a cover made of Termeh fabric and a dark brown Timaaj spine. Although the colophon date of the manuscript is recorded as 28 Muharram 1224 AH, given the difference in script and ink, it is probable that the original is older.”

While appreciating the cultural act, Zarei emphasized, “Donating such works plays an important role in preserving the written heritage, and the National Archives and Library of Iran invites all owners of historical works to participate in the preservation and scientific utilization of these treasures by donating valuable resources.”