# Rare Ethiopian manuscript stolen by British triggers restitution row

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- Al Jazeera, 2026-09-17 15:52 UTC
- Culture
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/17/rare-ethiopian-manuscript-stolen-by-british-triggers-restitution-row?traffic_source=rss

> The Gondarine Gospel, once held in Emperor Tewodros II’s library and looted by British forces nearly 160 years ago, has resurfaced in a private sales catalogue at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair with a $250,000 price tag. Ethiopian authorities seek its withdrawal and return, while Vienna-based dealer Inlibris says there are no legal grounds for restitution.