Shirt of Mail

possibly Indian or Bhutanese

17th–19th century

Not on view

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Title: Shirt of Mail
Date: 17th–19th century
Culture: possibly Indian or Bhutanese
Medium: Iron, leather, textile
Dimensions: H. 35 1/2 in. (90.2 cm)
Classification: Mail
Credit Line: Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object Number: 36.25.27
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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