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Seal of prophethood (muhr al-nubuwa)

1798 (AH 1212)

Chester Beatty

Chester Beatty
Dublin, Ireland

A depiction of a seal of prophethood (muhr al-nubuwa), the mark which Muhammad is said to have borne between his shoulders. In the small rectangular spaces above and below each seal are the names of Muhammad.

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  • Title: Seal of prophethood (muhr al-nubuwa)
  • Date Created: 1798 (AH 1212)
  • Physical Location: Dublin, Ireland
  • Location Created: Turkey
  • Original Source: Chester Beatty Library
  • Rights: © Trustees of the Chester Beatty Library, Dublin
  • Collection Number: CBL T 463, f.92a
  • Additional Description: Book of Prayers
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