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Madras [India]

Spearheads (pandí ballam) nineteenth century

Steel | 27.0 x 3.5 x 2.5 cm (whole object) | RCIN 38046

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Spearheads (pandí ballam)

Madras [India]

Spearheads (pandí ballam) nineteenth century

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Description

Pair of steel spearheads or pandí ballam with faceted tubular sockets used for hog hunting.

Provenance

Presented to King Edward VII, when Prince of Wales, during his tour of India in 1875-76 in Vizianagram, Madras Presidency.
People involved

Creator(s)

Search the collection Madras [India]
(nationality)

Acquirer(s)

Search the collection View the person page King Edward VII, King of the United Kingdom (1841-1910)
Physical properties

Medium and techniques

Steel

steel

faceted

Measurements

27.0 x 3.5 x 2.5 cm (whole object)
Groupings
Category
Arms & Armour
Object type(s)
components
weapon components
spearheads

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