Sword Belt

French

late 18th century

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Title: Sword Belt
Date: late 18th century
Culture: French
Medium: Silk, spangles, mettalic yarn and coils
Dimensions: L. 10 1/4 in. (26 cm); W. 19 3/4 in. (50.2 cm)
Classification: Swords-Accessories
Credit Line: Bashford Dean Memorial Collection, Funds from various donors, 1929
Object Number: 29.158.725
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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