Sumatran, Borneo or Moro???

[Rick]

Originally Posted by VVV

Thanks for mentioning the Moro Sumatran connection.
As you know there are several Kris Sundang and some Kampilan in the
museum collections being collected in Sumatra.
Probably from the local colony of Moros that once moved south.
So why not a 2nd generation style Barong?
Seems like all of the Sumatran/Borneo/Moro tracks still are probable?

Michael

PS On the VVV pattern with flowers I forgot to add that this is also
sometimes found on Java. But I don't think that this weapon has had
anything to do with Java.

Hi Michael , IIRC the Sumatran connection with Sulu involved a noble family fleeing strife in Sumatra for the safety of the S. Philippines .
Mabagani or Federico could probably correct me or elaborate further .

Since there was trading all over the archipelago tracks could lead anywhere .

I just get this Borneo feeling from the piece ; but that feeling and $3.00 will get you a cup of coffee .