Arms & ArmorDaggers18th centuryArtwork Details
| Title | Dagger (Jambiya) |
| Medium | Steel, ivory (walrus), silver, ruby, rose quartz |
| Dimensions | H. 13 in. (33 cm); H. of blade 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm); W. 2 7/16 in. (6.2 cm); Wt. 8.8 oz. (249.5 g) |
| Classification | Daggers |
| Department | Arms & Armor |
| Date | 18th century |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Indian, Mughal |
| Date Range | 1701 – 1800 |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 31837