What is the ruling on objects found in the Two Holy Sanctuaries (Haramain) and how should they be dealt with?
Lost items in Mecca are of two types: 1. Those of no value: The finder may take them without making an announcement. 2. Those of value: These must always be announced, and it is not permissible to claim ownership of them, due to the Prophet's (peace and blessings be upon him) saying: "And its lost item is not permissible except for one who announces it."
As for lost items in Medina: The majority of scholars hold that they are like lost items in other cities; they are announced for a year, and then it becomes permissible to claim ownership.
When a valuable lost item is found in the Two Holy Sanctuaries (Mecca and Medina): It must be handed over to the relevant authorities responsible for lost and found items, so that they may undertake its announcement.
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