Arms & ArmorSwords1687Sword with Scabbard is a swords of hilt, Indian; blade, Persian origin created in 1687 using steel, gold, iron, textile (velvet), silver measuring H. with scabbard 37 1/2 in. (95.3 cm); H. without scabbard… — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steel, gold, iron, textile (velvet), silver |
| Dimensions | H. with scabbard 37 1/2 in. (95.3 cm); H. without scabbard 34 7/8 in. (88.6 cm); W. 3 3/8 in. (8.6 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 5.4 oz. (606.7 g); Wt. of scabbard 4.2 oz. (119.1 g) |
| Classification | Swords |
| Department | Arms and Armor |
| Credit Line | Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935 |
| Date | 1687 |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the hilt, Indian; blade, Persian culture. The estimated date range is 1687.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Sword with Scabbard?
Sword with Scabbard is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Sword with Scabbard created?
Sword with Scabbard dates to 1687.
What material is Sword with Scabbard made from?
Sword with Scabbard is crafted from steel, gold, iron, textile (velvet), silver.
Is Sword with Scabbard in the public domain?
Sword 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