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Backsword

Manufacturer
Date 1855-1891
Medium / Technique Metal: steel, copper; skin: leather, shagreen, galuchat
DimensionsHeight: 9.2 cm (3 5/8 in.) Length: 98.7 cm (38 7/8 in.) Width: 11.2 cm (4 7/16 in.)
ClassificationTools & Equipment for Science & Technology - Armaments - Edged Weapons
Origin Limerick, Munster, Northern Ireland, Europe
Object Number1974.23.41 ab
DivisionMaterial Culture - Military Objects and Weapons
CollectionStewart
Status
Not on view

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