Arms & ArmorSwords18th centuryArtwork Details
| Title | Sword (Shamshir) with Scabbard Sling Straps |
| Medium | Steel, ivory (elephant), gold |
| Dimensions | Sword (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) |
| Classification | Swords |
| Department | Arms & Armor |
| Date | 18th century |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Indian |
| Date Range | 1701 – 1800 |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 31132