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India
Punch dagger 1400 - 1876
Steel and gold | 45.8 x 8 x 1.7 cm (whole object) | RCIN 11210
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A punch dagger or katar with a broad steel blade, thickened at the point with a sunken panel chiselled on each side in the centre of with a cypress tree. The steel transverse grip of two bars and sideguards overlaid with gold in floral designs. The term 'punch dagger' is derived from the action with which it is used, with an upright fist gripping the double crossbars.
Provenance
Presented to King Edward VII, when Prince of Wales, during his tour of India in 1875-76.
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Creator(s)
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Medium and techniques
Steel and gold
Measurements
45.8 x 8 x 1.7 cm (whole object)
Alternative title(s)
Katar
