Sword (Shamshir) with Scabbard Chape and Sling Straps

19th century

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Title: Sword (Shamshir) with Scabbard Chape and Sling Straps
Date Created: 19th century
Physical Dimensions: Sword (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)
Type: Sword (Shamshir) with scabbard chape and sling straps
External Link: http://www.metmuseum.org/art/collection/search/30986
Medium: Steel, gold, enamel
Repository: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Culture: Indian

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