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1928.69.383

Dao with long blunt blade that has a hook at the end. [SM 16/04/2007]

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1928.69.383

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Collection type
Object
Description
Dao with long blunt blade that has a hook at the end. [SM 16/04/2007]
Long description
Dao with long blunt blade that has a hook at the end. The tang is long with a wide groove running along it on one side. [SM 16/04/2007]
Geographical reference
India
Asia > Southern Asia > India
Nagaland
Cultural groups
Ao Naga
Person
Field collector James Philip Mills
PRM source James Philip Mills
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1923
Date collected
By 1923
Acquisition information
Loaned: 10/1923 Donated: 1928
Materials and processes
Material Iron Metal, Process Forged (Metal), Process Grooved
Dimensions
Length x Width: max 1025 x 82 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1928.69.383

Search terms: Tool, Weapon, Ritual and Ceremonial, Religion, Status, Knife, Dagger

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