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1941

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Wakizashi Sword And Scabbard

This is a sword and scabbard. It is dated 17th–19th century and we acquired it in 1941. Its medium is steel, iron, bronze, silk cord. It is a part of the Product Design and Decorative Arts department.

This object was donated by Anonymous and Unknown. It is credited Gift of Anonymous Donor.

Its dimensions are

H x W x D: 69 x 7 x 6 cm (27 3/16 x 2 3/4 x 2 3/8 in.)

Cite this object as

Wakizashi Sword And Scabbard; steel, iron, bronze, silk cord; H x W x D: 69 x 7 x 6 cm (27 3/16 x 2 3/4 x 2 3/8 in.); Gift of Anonymous Donor; 1941-59-2-a,b

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