[Rick]

Originally Posted by paolo

At last, also I have a Lopah patawaran . Very expensive, however I was searching for one by many time. I send some pics to share it.
The blade (the tip is a little worn) and the ferrule are of good pamor. Someone may see, as I think, a squatted man on the ferrule ? (pic 4 )
The ornamental silver work on the sheat is for me quite strange. Might You explain to me its meaning ?
Paolo

This ?? (copy and paste)
See society .

http://www.nationmaster.com/encyclopedia/Batak-(Indonesia)