From the original description, "Hayagriva Kartika (gilt): The Kartika is a ritual weapon with a crescent-shaped blade and a handle at the center of its curve. It is designed for use in esoteric rites, and is meant to chop through ignorance. These often have significant ornamentation on their handle and blade, and are typically made of metal."
- Subject Matter: Knife
- Inventory Number: 2014.1.117
- Collections: Sacred World Art Collection