Flag of TurkeyArms & ArmorSwordsA.H. 1217/ A.D. 1802–3

Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard is a swords of Turkish origin created in A.H. 1217/ A.D. 1802–3 using steel, wood, silver, gold, horn, turquoise, coral, assorted stones, velvet measuring H. with scabbard 31 1/2 in. (80 cm); H. without scabbard 30… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteel, wood, silver, gold, horn, turquoise, coral, assorted stones, velvet
DimensionsH. with scabbard 31 1/2 in. (80 cm); H. without scabbard 30 1/2 in. (77.5 cm); H. of blade 25 1/2 in. (64.8 cm); W. 5 1/8 in. (13 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 12.1 oz. (796.6 g); Wt. of scabbard 1 lb. 10.7 oz. (756.9 g)
ClassificationSwords
DepartmentArms and Armor
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
DateA.H. 1217/ A.D. 1802–3

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Turkish culture. The estimated date range is 1802 – 1803.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard?

Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard created?

Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard dates to A.H. 1217/ A.D. 1802–3.

What material is Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard made from?

Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard is crafted from steel, wood, silver, gold, horn, turquoise, coral, assorted stones, velvet.

Is Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard in the public domain?

Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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