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Artwork Details

TitleDagger (Jambiya) with Sheath
MediumSteel, silver, jade, diamond, gold, leather
DimensionsH. with sheath 13 7/8 in. (35.2 cm); H. without sheath 12 3/4 in. (32.4 cm); L. of blade 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm); W. 2 5/8 in. (6.7 cm); Wt. 10.8 oz. (306.2 g); Wt. of sheath 2 oz. (56.7 g)
ClassificationDaggers
DepartmentArms & Armor
Date18th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureIndian
Date Range1701 – 1800

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