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Punch dagger first half nineteenth century
Steel, gold, rubies, emeralds and diamonds | 39.4 x 9.3 x 2.2 cm (whole object) | RCIN 11284
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A punch dagger or katar with a gold hilt inlaid with rubies, emeralds and diamonds arranged to form a floral pattern. The quality of the gemstone setting is in the style of early eighteenth-century Mughal work. The term 'punch dagger' is derived from the action with which it is used, with an upright fist gripping the double crossbars. The blade is inscribed with a dedication to Albert Edward, Prince of Wales.
Provenance
Presented to King Edward VII, when Prince of Wales, during his tour of India in 1875-76 by Ranjit Singh, Raja of Ratlam. The Prince met the Maharaja of Rutlam on 9 March 1876 at the Residency at Indore, where he was the guest of the Maharaja Holkar of Indore.
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Medium and techniques
Steel, gold, rubies, emeralds and diamonds
Measurements
39.4 x 9.3 x 2.2 cm (whole object)
Alternative title(s)
Punch dagger (katar)
