India, Kashmir. A Kashmiri Papier Mache Dagger consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac on October 17th

on October 17th

the medal measures 44

Aluminum fittings are secured to both the tip and throat

where massive mines were detonated under German positions

India, Kashmir. A Kashmiri Papier Mache Dagger consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac on October 17thA 20th century Kashmiri papier mache dagger, featuring a steel blade set into brass fittings with a paper mache handle richly hand painted in floral patterns. The magnetic blade measures 147 mm, with a total length of 245 mm. The crossguard features a squared cut out offering a latching mechanism to the scabbard, with brass throat and chape, with a long prong to secure to the handle. The scabbard measures 170 mm in total length, and demonstrates