Ritual curved sword of gilt copper

Made:
1850-1920 in China
Ritual curved sword of gilt copper, with dorge finial

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Ritual curved sword of gilt copper, with dorge finial
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Ritual curved sword of gilt copper, with dorge finial, probably made in China for use in Tibet, 1850-1920

Details

Category:
Asian Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A9185
Materials:
complete, copper, cloth and leather
Measurements:
overall: 645 mm x 84 mm x 73 mm,
type:
ceremonial sword