Flag of IranArms & ArmorSwords18th–19th century

Artwork Details

TitleSword (Shamshir)
MediumSteel, gold, silver, iron
DimensionsL. of blade 34 in. (86.4 cm); L. of hilt 6 5/8 in. (16.8 cm); W. 3 7/8 in. (9.8 cm); Wt. of blade 1 lb. 6 oz. (623.7 g); Wt. of hilt 5.7 oz. (161.6 g)
ClassificationSwords
DepartmentArms & Armor
Date18th–19th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CulturePersian
Date Range1701 – 1900

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