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Dagger (Jambiya) with Sheath

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The dagger has a white curved blade with a pointed tip, exhibiting signs of wear and aging, and a gold-colored hilt adorned with intricate designs and purple gemstones; the hilt features a fluted design. The sheath is primarily purple with a gold-colored metal covering at the top and bottom; it features a chain attached to the top. The background of the image is gray. The dagger and sheath are presented side-by-side. The dagger is titled "Dagger (Jambiya) with Sheath" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Steel, silver, stone
Culture
Maltese
Dimensions
351 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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