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Chillanum dagger
Deccan, 18th century
The chillanum dagger is one of the rarest weapons from the Indian arsenal. The same goes for the khanjarli dagger. This piece combines characteristics from both daggers in a seldom seen configuration. A double edge re-curving steel blade (cleaned) with two faint fullers forming one piece with the hilt. The ricasso part is flanked with two elephant’s trunks. The khanjarli pommel of bone is a later replacement with the flower rivets missing and the rivets filed off. This item is worn with age and intensive use but in good condition. A very rare item. 280 grams.
- A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms and Armor: in All Countries and in All Times, by George Cameron Stone, p. 178, fig. 5
- Hindu Arms and Ritual; Arms and Armour from India 1400–1865, by Robert Elgood, p. 179, fig n° 36.25.747, Metropolitan Museum
- Metropolitan Museum, Accession Number 36.25.1038
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