<P> While various relics are preserved by different Muslim communities, the most important are those known as The Sacred Trusts, more than 600 pieces treasured in the Privy Chamber of the Topkapı Palace Museum in Istanbul . </P> <P> Muslims believe that these treasures include: </P> <Ul> <Li> Hair from Prophet Muhammad's beard and footprint </Li> <Li> Sword of Ali </Li> <Li> Staff of Moses </Li> <Li> Turban of Joseph </Li> <Li> Sword of David </Li> <Li> Pot of Abraham </Li> <Li> Forearm and hand of Yahya </Li> </Ul> <Li> Hair from Prophet Muhammad's beard and footprint </Li>

Holy relics which were pieces of saints or their clothing were