Shuriken
Object number2011.127.73
OriginJapan
MediumStainless steel?, paint
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association
DescriptionGray, eight-pointed throwing star or Shuriken with beveled points. Image of a dragon etched around center. On the back is stamped place of manufacture.Dimensions0.125 x 4.25 in. (0.3 x 10.8 cm)MarksOn the back is stamped: "JAPAN".
Historical NotesPossibly taken as evidence or confiscated by the Pittsburgh Police. A shuriken is a traditional Japanese concealed weapon that was generally used for throwing, and sometimes stabbing or slashing. Part of the Pittsburgh Police Historical Association collection.
Related institution
Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
Terms
On View
Not on view
1972-1999
Mine Safety Appliances Company
c. 1991
c. 1992