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Turkey's pomegranate season begins with record export volumes

Turkey's pomegranate exports in the January-September period of this year increased by 19 percent compared to the same period of the previous year and reached $69 million. Among this pomegranate production, the Aegean province of İzmir's Selçuk district comes forward with its harvest abundance. (AA Photo)  

Fruits and Symbols | Athens | To October 31

Pomegranates, grains, grapes and olives have served as a steady source of inspiration for engravers, jewelry makers and other artists since ancient times. The Numismatic Museum presents 337 ancient coins, stone seals and lead and clay items depicting Greek fruits and foliage, which are displayed alongside 19 pieces of jewelry by Greek and foreign designers.