Kris Sumatra or Malay?

Jean · 19th April 2013, 10:52 AM

Dear friends,
This kris belongs to a friend and is supposed to be of Minangkabau origin according to the seller.
However there are several indicators that this may not be the case: the shape of the blade and sampir, the style and decoration of the pendok, and the style of Jawa Demam hilt. The blade was cleaned and stained in Solo and revealed some unexpected pamor. Any opinion about its origin will be welcome.

Best regards

19th April 2013, 10:52 AM	#1
Jean Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,740	Kris Sumatra or Malay? Dear friends, This kris belongs to a friend and is supposed to be of Minangkabau origin according to the seller. However there are several indicators that this may not be the case: the shape of the blade and sampir, the style and decoration of the pendok, and the style of Jawa Demam hilt. The blade was cleaned and stained in Solo and revealed some unexpected pamor. Any opinion about its origin will be welcome. Best regards Attached Images