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The Pahlavi Crown
The Pahlavi Crown, first worn by Reza Shah Pahlavi, Shah of Iran, at his coronation in April 1926. The design reminds of the rulers of the Sassanid dynasty (3rd-7th centuries CE). Made of gold and silver on a red velvet backing. Weighing just over two kilograms, the crown is studded with almost 3,400 diamonds including a brilliant yellow diamond of 60 carats. Other decoration includes many pearls and sapphires, including a 20 carat sapphire. Height: 29.8 cm. Width 19.8 cm.
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