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The hilt and scabbard are decorated with the Eight Glorious Buddhist Emblems, also knows as the Eight Auspicious Symbols. These include the Parasol, the Conch Shell, the Endless Knot, and the Wheel of Law. Another popular Buddhist emblem shown on the pommel and the grip is the Wish-Granting Jewel.
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Title: Dagger with Sheath
Date: 18th–19th century
Culture: Tibetan
Medium: Steel, silver, gold, wood, ray skin
Dimensions: L. with sheath 18 1/2 in. (47 cm); L. without sheath 16 3/4 in. (42.5 cm); W. 1 3/4 in. (4.5 cm); Wt. 13 oz. (368.5 g); Wt. of sheath 11.5 oz. (326 g)
Classification: Daggers
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1919
Accession Number: 19.115.1a, b
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