Knife (Piha Kaetta) with Stylus and Sheath

Date18th–19th century

MediumSteel, wood, brass

DimensionsL. with sheath 13 1/8 in. (33.3 cm); L. without sheath 10 3/8 in. (26.4 cm); W. 15/16 in. (2.4 cm); Wt. 3.8 oz. (107.7 g); stylus (b); L. 9 3/16 in. (23.3 cm); W. 11/16 in. (1.7 cm); Wt. 2 oz. (56.7 g); sheath (c); Wt. 2 oz. (56.7 g)

CultureSri Lankan

DepartmentArms and Armor

ClassificationKnives

Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935

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