Sword (Niabor) with Scabbard

Bornean

18th–19th century

Not on view

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Provenance

Title: Sword (Niabor) with Scabbard
Date: 18th–19th century
Culture: Bornean
Medium: Wood, bone, steel
Dimensions: H. with scabbard 31 in. (78.7 cm); H. without scabbard 28 3/8 in. (72.1 cm); W. 2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 5.6 oz. (612.3 g); Wt. of scabbard 7.6 oz. (215.5 g)
Classification: Swords
Credit Line: Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object Number: 36.25.1412a, b
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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