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Dagger with Sheath, Belt, and Accessories

19th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Dagger with Sheath, Belt, and Accessories
  • Date: 19th century
  • Culture: Tibetan
  • Medium: Iron, leather, bone, horn, ray skin, copper, silver, textile
  • Dimensions: L. 15 3/4 in. (40 cm); Wt. of knife 7 oz. (200 g); Wt. of belt, sheath, and accessories 1 lb. 9 oz. (700 g)
  • Classification: Knives
  • Credit Line: Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935
  • Object Number: 36.25.842a–c
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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