Kris with Sheath

Date16th–19th century

MediumIvory, wood, silver

DimensionsL. with sheath 14 3/8 in. (36.5 cm); L. without sheath 13 3/8 in. (34 cm); L. of blade 10 1/2 in. (26.7 cm); W. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm); Wt. 6.7 oz. (189.9 g); Wt. of sheath 2.4 oz. (68 g)

Cultureprobably Sumatran

DepartmentArms and Armor

ClassificationKrisses

Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935

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