One of three miniature metal Sikh kirpan daggers
One of three miniature metal Sikh kirpan daggers, nd. Blades shaped like pesh-kabz. Hilts of metal rod, with moulding. Believed to be associated with the indian Mutiny (1857-1859). Possibly collected by Lt G A Wilson. The kirpan is a ceremonial four-inch curved dagger that Sikh men wear at all times as a symbol of their religion
Picture No
11089961
Media ID
48578117
Size
4716px x 3531px
(2.1MB)
Credit
©The National Army Museum / Mary Evans Picture Library
Source
National Army Museum Collection
Date
1857
