Rare Islamic Relics Go on Display in West Yorkshire

A collection of rare Islamic artifacts, including pieces from the tomb of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his pure family), will be exhibited at Unity Centre Masjid Ghausia in Huddersfield this Saturday, BBC reported.

Among the highlights is a 29-foot (9m) silk cloth embroidered with Quranic verses in 22-carat gold and silver thread—items so rare they are seldom accessible even in Mecca and Medina.

The touring exhibition, which previously visited Batley Town Hall and Bradford City Hall, also features the Kiswat-al-Kaaba, the ceremonial cloth used to cover the Kaaba in Mecca’s Great Mosque. Traditionally replaced annually during Hajj, the Kiswa symbolizes deep spiritual significance. Other relics include the Kaaba’s original lock and key, ceremonial cleansing tools, and artifacts from inside the sacred structure.

Councillor Imran Safdar, who helped organize the event, expressed pride in bringing these treasures to Huddersfield, noting their role in promoting peace and making sacred history accessible locally.