Fondness of gemstones becomes crucial part of Iraqi traditional culture

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Fondness of gemstones becomes crucial part of Iraqi traditional culture

STORY: Fondness of gemstones becomes crucial part of Iraqi traditional culture DATELINE: July 30, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:50 LOCATION: Baghdad CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: various of the stone marketSOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): SABAH KAMEL, VendorSOUNDBITE 2 (Arabic): ISAM ABU HAIDER, Lapidary workshop Owner STORYLINE: Walking down a narrow alley near the heritage al-Rasheed street in central Iraqi capital of Baghdad, visitors will be fascinated by all kinds of fine gems and adornments displayed by stall vendors and shops on both sides of the alley. With sparkling colors and exquisite designs, gemstones have captured the hearts of Iraqis for centuries, becoming part of their traditional and cultural heritage. Gemstones are seen by many Iraqis as more than beautiful ornamental stones or objects of art, believing that they will bring about luck, ward off evils, prevent danger, and even possess healing powers. SOUNDBITE 1 (Arabic): SABAH KAMEL, Vendor "I have been working in selling gemstones since 2010, and ther

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