Dagger

94-26-10

From: United States of America | Alaska | Bethel

Curatorial Section: American

Object Number 94-26-10
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Mainland Southwest Alaska Eskimo
Provenience United States of America | Alaska | Bethel
Culture Area Arctic Culture Area
Section American
Materials Whale Ivory | Shark Teeth | Coconut Fiber
Description

Two sided blade. Shark teeth lashed to either side of ivory shaft. 3 teeth missing entirely, 6 broken but present. Teeth lashed with plant fiber and a darker material (possibly hair?). Tip broken off and missing.

Length 92.46 cm
Width 6.6 cm
Credit Line Gift of Mr. and Mrs. William R. Klaus, 1994

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