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Tibetan Mechag Flint Striker, c. 1850

$680
£514.73
€590.40
CA$955.82
A$1,051.87
CHF 551.59
MX$12,765.36
NOK 6,894.73
SEK 6,527.40
DKK 4,407.62

About the Item

In 19th-century Tibet, many men carried a fire striker to help ensure survival in the often-harsh climate of the Tibetan Plateau. Known as mechag, such strikers would hang from one's belt and doubled as a small pouch for flint and tinder. This antique Tibetan flint striker features a flared steel striking plate and a simple leather pouch reinforced with gold and silver plated elements. Elevated by a custom steel mount, this small striker lives on as a sculptural object with storied history.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)
  • Style:
    Tibetan (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CMKH0341stDibs: LU820027741832

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