Gauntlet Cuff for the Right Hand

probably Italian

ca. 1540–50

Not on view

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Title: Gauntlet Cuff for the Right Hand
Date: ca. 1540–50
Culture: probably Italian
Medium: Steel, gold
Dimensions: L. 4 5/8 in. (11.7 cm); Wt. 6 oz. (170 g)
Classification: Armor Parts-Gauntlets
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1984
Object Number: 1984.615.8
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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