Object number
1203.2.4
Title
Abyssinian warrior's leopard skin cape
Description
Abyssinian warrior's leopard skin cape comprising of a central section which is highly decorated with gold cylindrical elements and stylised floral metal elements around the collar. There are two long shoulder pieces on either side, decorated with a metal ball and chain detail around. There is an oval silver badge attached to the right hand side which reads; "Taken at Magdala April 13th 1868. Presented to Lord Napier at Magdala by Her Majesty's Government."
Date
1867 - 1868
Production period
Abyssinia, 1867-1868
Dimensions