A nice dha, it may well be a bit older than 20th century and is a type that I don't personally really collect but have seen a few of over the years. The style is one that you can see in northern Thailand and Laos and they come with a variety of blade forms including rounded tips like this one. The rattan handle is usually lacquered, an effective way to keep it protected from water and the elements. The style of the scabbard mounts and the general fit and finish of the piece reminds me of pieces I've seen in use by various hill tribe groups. There was a lot of population migration during the 19th century and hill groups moving south into what is now parts of Laos and northern Thailand and this sword may well belong to one of those.
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