Dagger and Sheath

1770–1800

Not on view

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Provenance

Title: Dagger and Sheath
Date: 1770–1800
Medium: Silver
Dimensions: L. 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm)
Credit Line: Bequest of Alphonso T. Clearwater, 1933
Object Number: 33.120.261a, b
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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