Nobility Moro/Malay kris in silver dress

David · Yesterday, 03:56 PM

While i see why Ian and Sajen are leaning towards a Moro origin for the blade, the pamor pattern in low contrasting material that resembles Ujung Gunung makes me consider that this may possibly have an Indonesian origin. I have never seen this on a Moro keris.
And Ian, i believe the word for the Indonesian staining solution that you were looking for was "warangan".
This is a very beautiful kris and ensemble. I'd say you are fortunate if this is now in your collection.

Ian · Today, 05:02 AM

David, thank you for the kind words and comments. I have corrected the spelling of warangan. And yes, this sword lives with me now. I am most grateful to the previous owner for parting with it and having kept it so well for ~70 years.

There is a large amount of silver (probably sterling silver or similar grade) on the hit and pendok. I have not had it tested yet. Total silver by weight has been estimated at about 220–240 grams.

Gustav · Today, 06:25 AM

Pamor is, what is called Pucuk Rebung/Raja Abala Raja/Jungjung Derajat. As I understand, Pucuk Rebung was more used in Sumatran/Peninsular context.
While this Pamor could be very rare or unique for a Moro blade, sometimes quite unexpected Pamor can appear on these.

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Yesterday, 03:56 PM	#1
David Keris forum moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Nova Scotia Posts: 7,294	While i see why Ian and Sajen are leaning towards a Moro origin for the blade, the pamor pattern in low contrasting material that resembles Ujung Gunung makes me consider that this may possibly have an Indonesian origin. I have never seen this on a Moro keris. And Ian, i believe the word for the Indonesian staining solution that you were looking for was "warangan". This is a very beautiful kris and ensemble. I'd say you are fortunate if this is now in your collection.

Today, 05:02 AM	#2
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,729	David, thank you for the kind words and comments. I have corrected the spelling of warangan. And yes, this sword lives with me now. I am most grateful to the previous owner for parting with it and having kept it so well for ~70 years. There is a large amount of silver (probably sterling silver or similar grade) on the hit and pendok. I have not had it tested yet. Total silver by weight has been estimated at about 220–240 grams.

Today, 06:25 AM	#3
Gustav Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,337	Pamor is, what is called Pucuk Rebung/Raja Abala Raja/Jungjung Derajat. As I understand, Pucuk Rebung was more used in Sumatran/Peninsular context. While this Pamor could be very rare or unique for a Moro blade, sometimes quite unexpected Pamor can appear on these.