21. 21R A Qajar official document relating to the dowry given to a bride, Halimeh Khatun, by her new husband, Aqa Muhammad Baqir Persia, dated 23rd Rajab 1284/20th November 1867 Arabic and Persian manuscript on paper, main text consisting of 17 lines written in nasta'liq script in black and red ink, header in large naskhi in black ink, margins ruled in colours and gold, numerous witness attestations and seal impressions, including that of the groom, Muhammad Baqir 625 x 340 mm. This unusual document records the numerous presents given as a dowry (including cash, gold coins, utensils, bedding, carpets and various pieces of land) to the bride Halimeh Khatun, the daughter of Haji Muhammad Baqir, after her marriage to Aqa Muhammad Baqir, the son of the deceased Aqa Sani'. The bride's father, Haji Muhammad Baqir, does not appear among the named witnesses. No officials seem to be mentioned. Important Notice to Buyers Some countries, e.g., the US, prohibit or restrict the purchase by its citizens (wherever located) and/or the import of certain types of works of particular origins. As a convenience to buyers, Bonhams has marked with the symbol R all lots of Iranian (Persian) and Syrian origin. It is each buyer's responsibility to ensure that they do not bid on or import a lot in contravention of the sanctions or trade embargoes that apply to them.