Arms & ArmorSwordsA.H. 1018/ A.D. 1609Sword (Shamshir) with Scabbard is a swords of Persian origin created in A.H. 1018/ A.D. 1609 using steel, gold, leather, wood measuring H. with scabbard 34 3/4 in. (88.3 cm); H. without scabbard… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, gold, leather, wood |
| Dimensions | H. with scabbard 34 3/4 in. (88.3 cm); H. without scabbard 33 1/2 in. (85.1 cm); W. 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 5.7 oz. (615.2 g); Wt. of scabbard 12.6 oz. (357.2 g) |
| Classification | Swords |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | A.H. 1018/ A.D. 1609 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Persian culture. The estimated date range is 1609.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Sword (Shamshir) with Scabbard?
Sword (Shamshir) with Scabbard is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Sword (Shamshir) with Scabbard created?
Sword (Shamshir) with Scabbard dates to A.H. 1018/ A.D. 1609.
What material is Sword (Shamshir) with Scabbard made from?
Sword (Shamshir) with Scabbard is crafted from steel, gold, leather, wood.
Is Sword (Shamshir) with Scabbard in the public domain?
Sword (Shamshir) 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