Beladah belabang for comment

MacCathain · 17th November 2023, 07:31 PM

Most of the examples of these I've seen have scabbards that are heavily decorated with wire and/or sheet metal of some sort. This one caught my eye because of its lack of decoration. I think it has a somewhat more dignified and distinguished appearance than those adorned with bling.

The staining on the blade tells me it may have some age to it. I believe the species of wood used in the hilt and scabbard are one and the same (and close inspection of the latter tells me that it has never been decorated). The difference in color may be due to the oils on the hand protecting the grip wood, while the scabbard was left bare.

Is the lack of ornamentation on the scabbard indicative of any particular time period, or regional connection?

Any insights, comments, etc. are welcome. Thanks.

17th November 2023, 07:31 PM	#1
MacCathain Member Join Date: Apr 2017 Posts: 66	Beladah belabang for comment Most of the examples of these I've seen have scabbards that are heavily decorated with wire and/or sheet metal of some sort. This one caught my eye because of its lack of decoration. I think it has a somewhat more dignified and distinguished appearance than those adorned with bling. The staining on the blade tells me it may have some age to it. I believe the species of wood used in the hilt and scabbard are one and the same (and close inspection of the latter tells me that it has never been decorated). The difference in color may be due to the oils on the hand protecting the grip wood, while the scabbard was left bare. Is the lack of ornamentation on the scabbard indicative of any particular time period, or regional connection? Any insights, comments, etc. are welcome. Thanks. Attached Images