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Katar (punch dagger)
Katar (punch dagger)
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Katar (punch dagger)

Datelate 1700s
Mediumsteel and iron with silver
Dimensions46.5 × 9 cm (18 5/16 × 3 9/16 in.), 1 lb, 8 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.461
ProvenancePurchased by John W. Higgins on May 1, 1931 from W.O. Oldman (London, England). Given to the Museum on January 8, 1947. Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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