Dagger
Dagger

Currently not on view

Dagger,

2030–1640 BCE

Egyptian
Middle Kingdom, ca. 2030–1640 BCE
y1941-20

Information

Title
Dagger
Dates

2030–1640 BCE

Medium
Copper, ebony, and Egyptian alabaster (calcite)
Dimensions
28.9 x 5.8 x 2.2 cm (11 3/8 x 2 5/16 x 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
Museum Purchase
Object Number
y1941-20
Culture
Egyptian (ancient)
Period
Middle Kingdom
Type
daggers (weapons)
Materials
ebony, copper, alabaster

Purchased at the Hearst Sale in 1941

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