How a 92-year-old Saved the Ancient Craft of Parchment-Making in Western Turkey | Still Standing

Parchment is one of the most durable writing materials in the world. The ancient paperlike material was invented more than 2,000 years ago in Turkey but almost went extinct after the Middle Ages. At 92, İsmail Araç is one of the last artisans in the world still making it by hand. For more information, check out Pergamon Parchment’s Instagram page: MORE STILL STANDING VIDEOS: Why Bonsai Scissors Can Cost $26,000 | Still Standing | Insider Business How The Oldest Chocolate House In New York City Survived A Century | Still Standing How Women In India Are Fighting To Save A Tribal Weaving Tradition | Still Standing ------------------------------------------------------ #Parchment #StillStanding #InsiderBusiness Business Insider tells you all you need to know about business, finance, tech, retail, and more. Visit our homepage for the top stories of the day: Insider Business on Facebook: Insider Business on Instagram: Insider Business on Twitter: Insider Business on Snapchat: Insider Business on TikTok: @businessinsider Meet The 92-Year-Old Who’s One Of The Last Parchment Makers in Turkey | Still Standing