Flag of IranArms & ArmorSwordsA.H. 1125/ A.D. 1712

Sword (Shamshir) with Scabbard is a swords of hilt, Turkish; blade, Persian origin created in A.H. 1125/ A.D. 1712 using steel, gold, wood, leather measuring L. 33 in. (83.82 cm) โ€” now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteel, gold, wood, leather
DimensionsL. 33 in. (83.82 cm)
ClassificationSwords
DepartmentArms and Armor
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
DateA.H. 1125/ A.D. 1712

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the hilt, Turkish; blade, Persian culture. The estimated date range is 1712.

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. 1125/ A.D. 1712.

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

Sword (Shamshir) with Scabbard is crafted from steel, gold, wood, leather.

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 ยท Last updated: April 2026

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