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Artwork Details

TitleSword (Shamshir) with Scabbard Sling Straps
MediumSteel, ivory (elephant), gold
DimensionsSword (a); H. 34 1/2 in. (87.6 cm); W. 4 in. (10.2 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 12.9 oz. (819.3 g); scabbard sling straps (b, c); Wt. of each 1 oz. (28.3 g)
ClassificationSwords
DepartmentArms & Armor
Date18th century
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureIndian
Date Range1701 – 1800

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