Flag of IndiaArms & ArmorDaggers17th–18th century

Artwork Details

TitleHilt of a Crutch Dagger (Zafar Takieh, "Cushion of Victory")
MediumJade, ruby, gold
DimensionsW. 5 in. (12.7 cm); Wt. 2.2 oz. (62.4 g)
ClassificationDaggers
DepartmentArms & Armor
Date17th–18th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureIndian, Mughal
Date Range1601 – 1800

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