National Museum of Iran

The National Museum of Iran, also known as the "Treasury of the Jewels", is located in Ferdowsi Street of Tehran and is now under the control of the ...

National Museum of Iran

The National Museum of Iran, also known as the "Treasury of the Jewels", is located in Ferdowsi Street of Tehran and is now under the control of the Central Bank of Iran. The collection of these treasures done from the Qajar period, and The construction of the museum was made about 60 years ago and was opened to visitor at the same time as the establishment of the Central Bank of Iran. This precious treasure contains valuable memories of ancient Iranian culture and history. The objects and jewels of this museum are categorized and including jewelry, royal crowns, pots, mirrors, crutches, beds, Brooch and Bobby pin. The most important items in the museum include Daria-e-Noor diamond, Peacock Throne, Earth replica with gold plated. Experts have not been able to determine monetary value for this collection.