19th Century Yogja Keris with silver pendok

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A aged damascus blade keris with silver pendok, originating from Yogjakarta. Blade is late 18th or early 19th century made and has an opening in the center of the blade "Pamengkan Jagad".

The Damascus pamor type "Teja Kinurung"

The - "Yogya Gayaman" Style - sheath is made of lighter hardwood and has a handmade silver "pendok". The silver cover has detailed Javanese mythological drawings on the front and on the back a name in Javanese script (Wuryadara Karyapa?) with a fine leaf decor at the bottom. Sheath, mendak (rings under the handle) and pendok are original from the same time! Handle might be more recently added.

All is in good condition, age considered. Sheath has an old crack, pendok has some pitting and mendak is missing one gemstone. See detailed pics below.

Dapur (bladestyle) = Tilam Upih
Size
Overall 19" (49 cm)
Blade 13 3/4" (35,4 cm)
Blade wide (under handle) 3" (7,5 cm)

US$150 starting price: for auction now see:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Antique-Yogya-Pa...QQcmdZViewItem