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Knife Coin

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Knife Coin by an unknown artist depicts a curved, flat object resembling a knife or dagger with a hole at one end. The object features a notched blade with a straight edge on the right side and a rounded tip on the left. A ring-shaped hole is located at the right end of the handle. The object appears to be made of metal, exhibiting a dark green patina with hints of brown. It has a worn appearance, with visible signs of aging and use. The object is set against a plain gray background.

Artwork Details

Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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