Arms & ArmorFirearms Accessories-Flasks & Primers18th–19th centuryArtwork Details
| Title | Primer (Shakh-Dahana) |
| Medium | Brass, wood, mother-of-pearl, staghorn, gold, steel |
| Dimensions | L. 6 7/8 in. (17.5 cm); D. 1 1/2 in. (3.8 cm); Wt. 8.3 oz. (235.3 g) |
| Classification | Firearms Accessories-Flasks & Primers |
| Department | Arms & Armor |
| Date | 18th–19th century |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Persian |
| Date Range | 1701 – 1900 |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 30451