Arms & ArmorDaggers17th centuryArtwork Details
| Title | Dagger (Chilanum) |
| Medium | Steel, silver |
| Dimensions | H. 14 3/4 in. (37.5 cm); H. of blade 11 in. (27.9 cm); W. 3 in. (7.6 cm); Wt. 9.3 oz. (263.7 g) |
| Classification | Daggers |
| Department | Arms & Armor |
| Date | 17th century |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | South Indian |
| Date Range | 1601 – 1700 |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 31731