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Amhara

Scimitar and Sheath

Amhara, 1800-1899

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Amhara

Scimitar and Sheath

Amhara, 1800-1899

Physical Qualities Steel, hide, wood, other metals, a) 87 L x 25 W x 3.7 D cm.; b) 75.2 L x 20 W x 5 D cm.
Credit Line Gift of G. Michael Junge, Washington, D.C.
Object Number 2002.617
Curved blade with three ridges; hilt in the shape of the letter 'I'; sheath with light metal tip and a hide strap.

Culture

Amhara

2000–2000

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