Hunting Knife with Sheath

Javanese

16th–19th century

Not on view

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Title: Hunting Knife with Sheath
Date: 16th–19th century
Geography: Java
Culture: Javanese
Medium: Steel, bone, wood
Dimensions: L. with sheath 21 1/4 in. (54 cm); L. without sheath 18 in. (45.7 cm); L. of blade 13 in. (33 cm); W. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm); Wt. 12.4 oz. (351.5 g); Wt. of sheath 2.6 oz. (73.7 g)
Classification: Knives
Credit Line: Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object Number: 36.25.1005a, b
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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