Flag of IranArms & ArmorDaggers19th century

Artwork Details

TitleDagger (Jambiya) with Sheath
MediumSteel, ivory (walrus), leather, wood, silver, enamel
DimensionsH. with sheath 15 11/16 in. (39.8 cm); H. without sheath 14 3/4 in. (37.5 cm); H. of blade 10 1/4 in. (26 cm); W. 2 3/8 in. (6 cm); Wt. 15.6 oz. (442.3 g); Wt. of sheath 3.5 oz. (99.2 g)
ClassificationDaggers
DepartmentArms & Armor
Date19th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CulturePersian, Qajar
Date Range1801 – 1900

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