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Scabbard, Gift from Abdul Aziz Ibn Saud

2014-4016
Accession Number
2014-4016
8x10 inches (21x26 cm)
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Truman Library - Museum Objects - Scabbard
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Harry S. Truman Library & Museum.

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Description
Scabbard given to President Harry S. Truman by Abdul Aziz Ibn Saud of Saudi Arabia. This was part of museum object #577 a-d, consisting of a jeweled sword, scabbard, and sword knot. The sword and scabbard (#577 b-c) were stolen from the Harry S. Truman Library exhibit case on March 24, 1978. From: Original slide SL1961.
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