Knife (Piha Kaetta) with Stylus and Sheath

Date18th–19th century

MediumSteel, brass, wood, silver, copper

DimensionsL. with sheath 12 in. (30.5 cm); L. without sheath 8 9/16 in. (21.7 cm); W. 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm); Wt. 2.9 oz. (82.2 g); Wt. of sheath 1.3 oz. (36.9 g); stylus (c); H. 6 5/16 in. (16 cm); Wt. 1.6 oz. (45.4)

CultureSri Lankan

DepartmentArms and Armor

ClassificationKnives

Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935

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