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Dagger (kris) and sheath
Steel, gold, ivory, enamel, diamonds | 18.3 cm (Width) x 3.5 cm (Depth); 50.8 cm (Length) (whole object) | RCIN 62909
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A Malaysian kris with an ivory bird-shaped handle with fruit and two diamond eyes. Gold ferule with bands of beads and diamonds. Wavy watermarked steel two-edged blade. Wood sheath, the haft encased with gold, chased with foliage set with diamonds and green enamel. Ivory mouthpiece.
Provenance
Presented to George IV by Lord Lauderdale, Sir James Maitland (1759-1839), 9 July 1825
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Creator(s)
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Medium and techniques
Steel, gold, ivory, enamel, diamonds
Measurements
18.3 cm (Width) x 3.5 cm (Depth); 50.8 cm (Length) (whole object)
Category
Place of Production
Malaysia