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Knife and sheath. 11.5 in. l.; wood has been carved at both ends; rawhide attach
Knife and sheath. 11.5 in. l.; wood has been carved at both ends; rawhide attach
Object Number 971-2-50/11581
Display Title Knife and sheath. 11.5 in. l.; wood has been carved at both ends; rawhide attach
Descriptions
Object Description Knife and sheath. 11.5 in. l.; wood has been carved at both ends; rawhide attached to sheath for carrying
Inventory Description Knife, carved wood handle and sheath, metal blade, leather strap
Classification
  • Knife
Department Ethnographic
Culture
  • San
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Africa
Additional Geographic Terms Kalahari Desert
Materials Wood, Metal, Leather
Dimensions Overall: 30 x 6 x 1.4 cm (11 13/16 x 2 3/8 x 9/16 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 971-2-50/11581

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