Dagger
| Object Number: | 42-30-72 |
|---|---|
| Current Location: | Collections Storage |
| Culture: | Indian |
| Provenience: | Canada Hudson Bay |
| Culture Area: | Subarctic (Culture Area) |
| Section: | American |
| Materials: | Steel Wood Hide |
| Credit Line: | Gift of Mrs. Morgan Wing on behalf of the Estate of Florence C. Whitney, 1942 |
| Other Number: | 96 - Collector Number |
Description
Double-edged, wide, steel blade tapering at point; medial ridge on both faces. Eni inserted in split of two piece wooden handle and secured by lashing through two holes in haft and blade. Grip wrapped with thong. Used for trade with the Indians.
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