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Peacock Throne

The Iranian monarchy was informally called the Peacock Throne.

The name comes from the actual Peacock Throne, which was a beautiful gold chair that was obtained by Nadir Shah from India in the 18th century, and sat on by every Iranian monarch since.

external link : http://www.iranchamber.com/museum/royal_jewels/national_iranian_jewels08.php


 
 

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