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Although intended for ceremonial use, this dagger features discretely carved talismanic inscriptions of the kind found on arms and armor that were designed for battle. The hilt includes gold inscriptions that call upon ‘Ali and Allah.
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Title: Dagger
Date: 19th century
Culture: Indian
Medium: Steel, rock crystal, gold
Dimensions: H. 13 3/16 in. (33.5 cm); H. of blade 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm); W. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm); Wt. 11.6 oz. (328.9 g)
Classification: Daggers
Credit Line: Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Accession Number: 36.25.660
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