The former name (until 1935) of Iran (6)

I believe the answer is:

persia

(Other definitions for persia that I've seen before include "Iran, formerly" , "Old name for country at 25 Across" , "It's now known as Iran" , "Praise be to ancient Iran" , "Former name of Iran" .)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.

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