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Dutch gov't returns stolen antiquities to Iraq
Source: AP (7-9-09)
The Dutch government has turned over dozens of antiquities stolen from Iraq to Baghdad's ambassador.
The 69 pieces include cylindrical stone seals older than 2000 B.C. and a terra-cotta relief depicting a bearded man praying.
Dutch Education, Culture and Science Minister Ronald Plasterk said Thursday the ancient artifacts were surrendered by Dutch traders after police informed them they were stolen.
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