Project “Creation and presentation of digitally accessible cultural heritage of Shumen Municipality”

Bayonet

   

Detailed information

Name of the object

Bayonet

Inventory №

2074

Location

Shumen Regional Museum

Material from which the item is made

Metal – gold, silver, copper, iron, bronze

Dimensions and weight

Total length 710 mm, blade length 575 mm, blade width 30 mm

Method of acquisition and location

Cultural period of creation

The Bulgarian lands XV – XIX centuries

Item description

For “Snider” rifle. The blade is single-edged, scimitar-like, with a wide fuller on each side, tapering to the point. Iron cross guard with a bore for the muzzle. The grip is of black knurled material. The scabbard is of black leather with metal locket and chape.
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