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ƟCoronation in Tehran, the Imperial Couple of Persia, Picture-book presenting the Imperial Couple of Persia, in English, by Gerhard Kruger [Germany, probably 1967] picture-book, complete with numerous colour and black-and white images throughout the text, a little darkened at extremities otherwise very good condition, original printed boards, blue tape adhered to spine, extremities rubbed, 4to (305 by 240 mm.) A bright and crisp depiction of the Coronation of the Shah and Shahbanu. This volume includes details of: The Shah's address on the day of coronation, the guests of honour at the event, the Shah as a pioneer of modern Iran, the wedding of Farah Diba to the Shah, the royal family's everyday pleasures, academic honours and “Symbols of Imperial Power: the Crowns of the Pahlavis”. Ɵ Indicates that the lot is subject to buyer’s premium of 25% exclusive of VAT (0% VAT).