Saber
Flag of TurkeyArms & ArmorSwordsGrip and guard, second half of the 17th century; blade, late 18th–19th century

Artwork Details

TitleSaber
MediumSteel, jade (nephrite), gold, copper, diamond
DimensionsL. 38 in. (96.5 cm); L. of blade 32 3/4 in. (83.2 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 15 oz. (889 g)
ClassificationSwords
DepartmentArms & Armor
DateGrip and guard, second half of the 17th century; blade, late 18th–19th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureTurkish
Date Range1650 – 1900

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