Flag of IndiaArms & ArmorDaggerslate 17th–18th century

Artwork Details

TitlePunch Dagger (Katar) with Sheath
MediumSteel, iron, silver, gold, rubies
DimensionsL. 14 in. (35.6 cm); L. of blade 7 1/4 in. (18.4 cm); W. 3 3/16 in. (8.1 cm); Wt. 15.2 oz. (430.9 g)
ClassificationDaggers
DepartmentArms & Armor
Datelate 17th–18th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureIndian, Mughal
Date Range1650 – 1800

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