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1928.69.1112

Ceremonial iron dao, with narrow leaf-shaped blade in one piece with the handle, separated by a short crosspiece. The handle is the same length as the blade, with an oval perforation. [El.B 19/11/2007]

1928.69.1112

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Collection type
Object
Description
Ceremonial iron dao, with narrow leaf-shaped blade in one piece with the handle, separated by a short crosspiece. The handle is the same length as the blade, with an oval perforation. [El.B 19/11/2007]
Geographical reference
India
Asia > Southern Asia > India
Assam Cachar
Cultural groups
Karbi
Person
Field collector James Philip Mills
PRM source James Philip Mills
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1928
Date collected
12 March 1928
Acquisition information
Donated: 1928
Materials and processes
Material Iron Metal, Process Forged (Metal), Process Perforated
Dimensions
Length: max 930 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1928.69.1112

Search terms: Tool, Weapon, Ritual and Ceremonial, Knife, Ceremonial Object, Sword