Sword with Scabbard

Chinese

18th–19th century

Not on view

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Title: Sword with Scabbard
Date: 18th–19th century
Culture: Chinese
Medium: Steel, wood, ivory, brass
Dimensions: L. with scabbard 24 3/8 in. (61.9 cm); L. without scabbard 23 5/8 in. (60 cm); L. of blade 18 1/2 in. (47 cm); W. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 1 oz. (481.9 g); Wt. of scabbard 8.5 oz. (241 g)
Classification: Swords
Credit Line: Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object Number: 36.25.1474a, b
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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