Sheath for Short Sword
Dateearly 1900s
Mediumwood, lizard skin, cord, brass and copper wire
Dimensions15.2 × 27 cm (6 × 10 5/8 in.), 8 oz (weight)
ClassificationsArms and Armor
Credit LineThe John Woodman Higgins Armory Collection
Object number2014.612.2
Description2-piece wood, covered in monitor skin & closed up reverse with similar leather. Brass wire at tip & copper wire mount at mouth. Traces of a lost circular applique.ProvenanceGift to the Museum from the Estate of Yvonne Leglaine in 1974. Collection transfer from Higgins Armory, January 2014.
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Not on viewearly 1900s