Dagger (Katar), 1852, Bundi, Rajasthan, Indian, Rajasthan, Steel, gold, L. 17 1/2 in. (44.5 cm); W. 3 9/16 in. (9 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 4.4 oz. (578.3 g), Daggers, Unique to South Asia, the katar is a dagger that is gripped at the crossbars in a clenched fist. The weapon was meant to be thrust into an opponent or prey from a close range. Rajput and Mughal royalty used this weapon to hunt tigers and even crocodile to demonstrate their bravery and martial skill
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