Dagger

1969.09.0002

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Basic Information

Artifact Identification Dagger   (1969.09.0002)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Science & Technology T&E
  2. :
  3. Armaments
  4. :
  5. Edged Weapons
Artist/Maker None
Geographic Location
Period/Date Meiji Period (1868-1912), 1868-1912
Culture Japanese and Chinese

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 38.0 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 3.0 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 1.6 cm
Weight 161 g
Measuring Remarks None
Materials Metal, Animal--Bone
Manufacturing Processes Forging , Carved
Munsell Color Information Yellowish White (10YR 9/2) -ns

Research Remarks

Published Description

Inscribed with two portraits and florals on one side, single portrait on other side of hilt. OBJECT IS WHITE AND GRAY.

Description N/A
Comparanda N/A
Bibliography N/A

Artifact History

Archaeological Data N/A
Credit Line/Dedication Gift of Mrs. Alan K. Laing
Reproduction no
Reproduction Information N/A

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