Dagger
Date1800-1850
MediumSteel, wood
ClassificationsArms/Armour
Terms
Object numberC03475
DescriptionKris dagger. The blade is made of watered steel, and the hilt is of neatly carved brown wood. The top of the blade is finished with an elaborate free-style scroll and flligree decoration.Kris are characterised by their distinctive wavy blade. These daggers serve both ceremonial and practical purposes and were often thought to possess magical powers.
Java.
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