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Old 9th January 2023, 11:41 AM   #1
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Please could you advise me on this keris? 18cm long blade length including ganja. The scabbard reminds me of the Tajong keris type. There is no pamor on this blade. Any age estimate? This is one of the first keris that came my way and I am quite attached to it.
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Old 10th January 2023, 08:29 AM   #2
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Interesting and unusual small keris, my best guess about its origin is Jambi or South Sumatra (Bengkulu), and my age estimate about 100 years old. Is the blade fitting neatly into the scabbard? Other opinions are welcome
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Old 10th January 2023, 10:40 AM   #3
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Hello Jean
Yes the scabbard is a perfect fit and appears original to the keris.
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Old 10th January 2023, 04:40 PM   #4
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Hello Sid,

These small and simple blades do pop up once in a while. Often they are from modern monosteel while a few sport laminated blades; the gonjo of yours is definitely laminated.

I'd like to see more close-ups: A top view of the scabbard and all sides of the hilt might help.

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Old 10th January 2023, 07:50 PM   #5
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Hi Kai
I think the blade is laminated and not mono steel. I will try and take more pics but as I say the scabbard is a perfect fit in all respects.
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Old 11th January 2023, 05:38 PM   #6
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The scabbard definitely seems to be from Sumatra as that inserted toe of horn is a common feature. Lovely wood on the stem which i assume displays chatoyancy.
I see no reason to assume the blade is modern monosteel. It seems to have some legitimate age as well.
While it's difficult to place the origins of blades like this, that are obviously made far outside the standards of any court, it seems somewhat safe to place it in the same area as sheath if indeed it appears the sheath was constructed specifically for it. So South Sumatra is at least a good starting point.
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Old 12th January 2023, 02:05 AM   #7
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Hello Sid,

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I will try and take more pics but as I say the scabbard is a perfect fit in all respects.
I trust you on the fit. However, I'm looking for some design features to possibly narrow down the likely origin.

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Old 15th January 2023, 10:13 PM   #8
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Hello Sid,

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I'd like to see more close-ups: A top view of the scabbard and all sides of the hilt might help.
Could you provide the pics, please? It's really tough to discuss missing evidence...

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