IRAN, early second half of the 20th century Large square silver case (min. 800) decorated with chased motifs, resting on four small angular feet. The profile is adorned with a frieze of fleurons or tracery in cartouches. The lid decorated with four spandrels of interlacing and a large leafy rosette with two crowns, one of stings and the other of birds and peacocks, centered on the PAHLAVI coat of arms, presented by two heraldic lions, in openwork and applied yellow (750) gold. Polished gold interior. Weight: 1.156 g. - 22.5 x 22.5 cm. Some scratches and rubbing, notably on the lid, and a few stains. Provenance: Gift from the Shah of Iran to one of his former ministers in Monsieur Hoveyda's cabinet, circa 1976-1977. Still in the family.