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Indian, Thanjavur; blade, European
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The hilt in the form of a rearing cobra may symbolize either Shiva or Subrahmaņya.
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Title: Guarded Dagger (Katar)
Date: 16th century
Geography: Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
Culture: Indian, Thanjavur; blade, European
Medium: Steel
Dimensions: L. 22 1/4 in. (56.5 cm); W. 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm); Wt. 2 lb. 0.9 oz. (932.7 g)
Classification: Daggers
Credit Line: Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object Number: 36.25.1008
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