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Sword with Scabbard

16th–19th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Sword with Scabbard
  • Date: 16th–19th century
  • Geography: Sumatra
  • Culture: Batak
  • Medium: Ivory
  • Dimensions: L. with scabbard 27 in. (68.6 cm); L. without scabbard 26 1/2 in. (67.3 cm); L. of blade 23 in. (58.4 cm); W. 3 in. (7.6 cm); Wt. 15 oz. (425.2 g); Wt. of scabbard 5 oz. (141.7 g)

  • Classification: Swords
  • Credit Line: Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935
  • Object Number: 36.25.1417a, b
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor
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