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Iran was known until 1935 as Persia -- see also History of Persia
The capital of Iran is Tehran.
The major old world source of turquoise was the mines near Nishapur in Persia. Turquoise was used extensively in Persia for the decoration of objects and for personal jewelry.
From the CIA World Factbook 2000. Not Wikified.