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Belt Fittings  wikidata:Q107663732 reasonator:Q107663732
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Belt Fittings
label QS:Len,"Belt Fittings"
label QS:Lar,"قطع حزام"
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Object type belt fitting Edit this at Wikidata
Description
English: Belts were a virtually essential element of military uniform, serving to carry swords and daggers and a variety of military equipment. In many feudal and military societies, moreover, they functi ... See full description on web site.
Date 9th or 10th century AD
Medium 37 pieces, all originally gilt, 34 of sheet silver with repoussé decoration and chasing, 3 of cast bronze
institution QS:P195,Q63160499
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Place of creation eastern Iran, perhaps Nishapur
References https://www.khalilicollections.org/collections/islamic-art/khalili-collection-islamic-art-belt-fittings-mtw1419/ (EnglishEdit this at Wikidata

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Description Belt Fittings
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Source Khalili Collections
Author Khalili Collections
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