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Sword and Sheath

19th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Sword and sheath, possibly a dha forged steel blade with shagreen hilt, decorated with floral motifs, wooden sheath with cord bindings, Burma, 19th century

Object details

Category
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Sword
  • Sword Sheath
Brief description
Sword and sheath, possibly a dha forged steel blade with shagreen hilt, decorated with floral motifs, wooden sheath with cord bindings, Burma, 19th century
Marks and inscriptions
  • Transliteration
Credit line
Given by Mr. E.L. Cappel C.I.E.
Object history
Lower Burma, Tuangu District
Collection
Accession number
IM.46&A-1927

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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