Sword with Scabbard

hilt, Indian; blade, Persian

possibly 18th century

Not on view

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Title: Sword with Scabbard
Date: possibly 18th century
Culture: hilt, Indian; blade, Persian
Medium: Steel, silver
Dimensions: H. with scabbard 37 3/16 in. (94.5 cm); H. without scabbard 36 in. (91.4 cm); W. 3 5/8 in. (9.2 cm); D. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm); Wt. 2 lbs. 2.9 oz. (989.4 g); Wt. of scabbard 9.8 oz. (277.8 g)
Classification: Swords
Credit Line: Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object Number: 36.25.1494a, b
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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