Arms & ArmorDaggers19th century

Artwork Details

TitleDagger (Jambiya) with Sheath and Belt
MediumSteel, wood, silver, silver wire, textile, silk, leather
DimensionsH. with sheath 13 15/16 in. (35.4 cm); H. without sheath 12 3/8 in. (31.4 cm); H. of blade 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm); W. 2 3/8 in. (6 cm); Wt. 8.3 oz. (235.3 g); Wt. of sheath 1 lb. 4.8 oz. (589.7 g)
ClassificationDaggers
DepartmentArms & Armor
Date19th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureArabian
Date Range1801 – 1900

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