Arms & ArmorSwords19th centuryArtwork Details
| Title | Hilt of a Gauntlet Sword |
| Medium | Steel |
| Dimensions | H. 8 in. (20.3 cm); L. 12 1/2 in. (31.8 cm); W. 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm); 25.6 oz. (725.7 g) |
| Classification | Swords |
| Department | Arms & Armor |
| Date | 19th century |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Indian, South Indian |
| Date Range | 1801 – 1900 |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 30934