The Peacock Throne is a term used to refer to the throne of the Mughal emperors in India. It was a symbol of their power and grandeur and was adorned with precious stones and jewels, including peacock feathers. The throne was commissioned by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century and was taken by the Persian emperor Nader Shah in 1739 as a spoil of war. The Peacock Throne remains an important icon of Mughal history and culture.