Arms & ArmorDaggershilt and scabbard, late 19th–early 20th century; blade, 18th–19th centuryDagger (Jambiya) with Scabbard is a daggers of hilt and scabbard, Arabian, Jedda; blade, Iranian or Turkish origin created in hilt and scabbard, late 19th–early 20th century; blade, 18th–19th century using steel, ivory, wood, silver, gold, rubies, emeralds measuring L. 12 3/4 in. (32.4 cm); dagger: L. 12 1/16 in. (30.6 cm)… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, ivory, wood, silver, gold, rubies, emeralds |
| Dimensions | L. 12 3/4 in. (32.4 cm); dagger: L. 12 1/16 in. (30.6 cm); L. of blade 7 1/2 in. (19 cm); W. 1 13/16 in. (4.6 cm); Wt. 8.4 oz. (238.1 g); scabbard: L. 8 1/2 (20.5 cm); Wt. of scabbard 5.6 oz. (158.8 g) |
| Classification | Daggers |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mrs. Anna L. Fisher, 1922 |
| Date | hilt and scabbard, late 19th–early 20th century; blade, 18th–19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the hilt and scabbard, Arabian, Jedda; blade, Iranian or Turkish culture. The estimated date range is 1701 – 1950.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Dagger (Jambiya) with Scabbard?
Dagger (Jambiya) with Scabbard is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Dagger (Jambiya) with Scabbard created?
Dagger (Jambiya) with Scabbard dates to hilt and scabbard, late 19th–early 20th century; blade, 18th–19th century.
What material is Dagger (Jambiya) with Scabbard made from?
Dagger (Jambiya) with Scabbard is crafted from steel, ivory, wood, silver, gold, rubies, emeralds.
Is Dagger (Jambiya) with Scabbard in the public domain?
Dagger (Jambiya) with Scabbard is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.