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Corpus Inscriptionum Iranicarum

Collection, decipherment, translation and publication of material pertaining to early Iranian inscriptions and similar written documents, papyri, ostraca and seals.

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Activities & Mission

Collection, decipherment, translation and publication of material pertaining to early Iranian inscriptions and similar written documents, papyri, ostraca and seals.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£18,109
Latest Expenditure
£10,337

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 57.1%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 57.1%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£18,109
£10,3370 / 0
2024
£22,506
£10,2750 / 0
2023
£18,700
£7,9990 / 0
2022
£22,574
£5,7000 / 0
2021
£23,044
£2,6480 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Corpus Inscriptionum Iranicarum

What does Corpus Inscriptionum Iranicarum do?

Collection, decipherment, translation and publication of material pertaining to early Iranian inscriptions and similar written documents, papyri, ostraca and seals.

How much income did Corpus Inscriptionum Iranicarum report in 2025?

Corpus Inscriptionum Iranicarum reported total income of £18k and reported expenditure of £10k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Corpus Inscriptionum Iranicarum registered as a charity?

Corpus Inscriptionum Iranicarum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 June 1964 as charity number 233000. It has been registered for 62 years.

Who runs Corpus Inscriptionum Iranicarum?

Corpus Inscriptionum Iranicarum is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is PROFESSOR NICHOLAS SIMS-WILLIAMS FBA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Corpus Inscriptionum Iranicarum operate?

Corpus Inscriptionum Iranicarum operates across 2 areas: Germany and England And Wales.

Is Corpus Inscriptionum Iranicarum a registered charity?

Yes — Corpus Inscriptionum Iranicarum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 233000.

Details

Address
11 PARK PARADE
CAMBRIDGE
CB5 8AL
Registration Date
24 June 1964
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
233000
Charity Number
233000

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Trustees

PROFESSOR NICHOLAS SIMS-WILLIAMS FBA Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr Piers Howard Burton Baker
Also governs 1 other charity
PROFESSOR ALMUT HINTZE FBA
Also governs 1 other charity

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