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The entire length of the blade is elaborately decorated with a symmetrical pattern of finely incised flames damascened in gold, with a stylized representation of the Sword of Wisdom in silver on the central ridge.
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Title: Spearhead (Mdung Rtse)
Date: 17th–18th century
Culture: Tibetan
Medium: Iron, gold, silver
Dimensions: L. 18 7/8 in. (47.9 cm)
Classification: Shafted Weapons
Credit Line: Purchase, Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Gift, 1999
Accession Number: 1999.258
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