Sword (Kilij)

hilt and guard, 19th century; grip, possibly 18th century
Not on view
The inscriptions on the sword invokes Allah, the Prophet Muhammad, and ‘Ali. On the sword’s blade is the Ayat al-Kursi (Throne Verse, 2:255), a popular talisman throughout the Islamic world.

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Object Information
  • Title: Sword (Kilij)
  • Date: hilt and guard, 19th century; grip, possibly 18th century
  • Culture: hilt and guard, Turkish; grip, Indian
  • Medium: Steel, gold, nephrite, ruby
  • Dimensions: L. 37 5/8 in. (95.6 cm)
  • Classification: Swords
  • Credit Line: Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935
  • Object Number: 36.25.1296
  • Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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