Arms & ArmorDaggersmid-17th centuryArtwork Details
| Title | Dagger (Khanjar) |
| Medium | Steel, ivory (elephant), gemstone, gold |
| Dimensions | H. 13 13/16 in. (35.1 cm); H. of blade 8 7/8 in. (22.5 cm); W. 4 in. (10.2 cm); Wt. 8.5 oz. (241 g) |
| Classification | Daggers |
| Department | Arms & Armor |
| Date | mid-17th century |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Indian, Mughal |
| Date Range | 1625 – 1675 |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 31845