Historical manuscripts may contain hidden writing, watermarks and clues about their origins that cannot be seen with the naked eye. At the Sharjah International Book Fair 2026, held at Expo Center Sharjah, a restoration specialist explained how advanced scientific equipment is being used to examine centuries-old documents, identify possible forgeries and protect fragile manuscripts from deterioration
Speaking to Khaleej Times, Sheikha Al Sawafi, a restoration specialist, explained that examining historical manuscripts involves more than simply reading their contents. Specialists study the materials, ink, and physical characteristics of each document to estimate its age and assess whether it is genuine.
"In the conservation and restoration department, we conduct studies on.