In Iranian culture, the tradition of expressing gratitude, respect, and honor through the offering of valuable gifts, especially from rulers and nobles, has a long-standing history. Among these gifts, textiles were one of the most symbolic and prestigious items. The study of Persian textile weaving, with an emphasis on the custom of gift-giving, requires attention to the structural, functional, and symbolic aspects of fabrics, based on historical, geographical, and travel accounts, as well as visual sources such as reliefs, paintings, and decorative objects. A distinguished example of this kind is the Termeh shawl, that reached its artistic peak since the Timurid to the late Qajar period, through the craftsmanship of Kerman’s skilled weavers. Beyond everyday use, Termeh fabrics were ceremonially presented by kings to nobles and ambassadors as symbols of honour and royal authority. Technically, Termeh shawls held special significance: they were woven from the fine undercoat wool of white Kerman goats, known for its silk-like lustre and rarity, making it a highly prized material. The weaving workshops were organized hierarchically with specialized divisions of labour, and the desert economy of the region played an important role in maintaining high production quality. The practice of presenting textiles as honorary gifts has long existed in Iran under various names and forms, such as Dastar, Negarjameh, Tiraz, and Zandaniejeh, each reflecting their distinct cultural value. Thus, throughout Iranian history, textiles functioned not only as used fabric products, but also as potent symbols of cultural, spiritual, and political identity.