Peacock throne
Presently in Iran, The Peacock Throne or Mayurasana was a famous jewels and the pride of the seats of Mughal emperors of India. The throne was built by Shah Jahan located at Red fort, New Delhi, in 17th Century. The throne, studded with diamonds, rubies, emeralds, gold and silver was taken over as a war trophy by Iranian ruler Nader Shah. Since then it has never been home, India.It received its name by historians as the Peacock statues were made on it.
Sword and ring of Tipu sultan
This ring and sword are trophies of the Battle of Seringapatam. The sword bears an inscription indicating that it comes from Tipu Sultan's armory, whereas the ring came with a label that states that it was taken from the finger of Tipu Sultan at the battle by Arthur Henry Cole, Earl of Enniskillen.
Maharaj Ranjit Singh's Throne
Made in Lahore, the goldsmith Hafez Muhammad Multani made this throne for Maharaja Ranjit Singh, probably in 1820-1830. It shows clearly the splendour of Ranjit Singh's court. Presently, the throne is in Victoria and Albert Museum.
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