Punch Dagger (Katar) with Sheath, late 17th–18th century

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Punch Dagger (Katar) with Sheath, late 17th–18th century, Rajasthan, Indian, Mughal, Steel, iron, silver, gold, rubies, L. 14 in. ( cm); L. of blade 7 1/4 in. ( cm); W. 3 3/16 in. ( cm); Wt. oz. ( g), Daggers, Daggers of this ancient Indian type are known variously as a katar (piercing dagger) or jamadhar (death tooth). Gripped in the fist, they were intended to deliver a deadly punching blow and were used in both war and the hunt

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Size: 5760px × 3345px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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