Arms & ArmorSwords1808–39; grip, 18th–19th centurySword (Kilij) with Scabbard is a swords Erzurum of Turkish; grip, Indian origin created in 1808–39; grip, 18th–19th century using steel, jade, silver, gold, emeralds, rubies, saphires, diamonds, turquoise, wood measuring H. with scabbard 37 3/8 in. (94.9 cm); H. without scabbard… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, jade, silver, gold, emeralds, rubies, saphires, diamonds, turquoise, wood |
| Dimensions | H. with scabbard 37 3/8 in. (94.9 cm); H. without scabbard 36 3/4 in. (93.3 cm); H. of blade 30 7/8 in. (78.5 cm); W. 5 1/2 in. (14 cm); Wt. 2 lb. 5.4 oz. (1060.3 g); Wt. of scabbard 1 lb. 9.3 oz. (717.2 g) |
| Classification | Swords |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | 1808–39; grip, 18th–19th century |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Turkish; grip, Indian culture. The estimated date range is 1701 – 1900.
Geography
Origin: Erzurum. 
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 1808–39; grip, 18th–19th century.
What material is Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard made from?
Sword (Kilij) with Scabbard is crafted from steel, jade, silver, gold, emeralds, rubies, saphires, diamonds, turquoise, wood.
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.