Sword (Shamshir) with Scabbard Chape and Sling Straps

Date19th century

MediumSteel, gold, enamel

DimensionsSword (a); H. 36 3/4 in. (93.3 cm); W. 3 13/16 in. (9.7 cm); Wt. 2 lb. 11 oz. (1219 g); chapes (b–d); Wt. 7 oz. (198.4 g)

CultureIndian

DepartmentArms and Armor

ClassificationSwords

Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935

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