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Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Italy
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during my last trip to Balì i found this keris
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Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: The Netherlands
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Nice, but i'm afraid made for those who travel for pleasure
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#3 |
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Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Italy
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last pic
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#4 |
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Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Louisville, KY
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The repousse looks like recent work. I agree that the quality is tourist quality.
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Join Date: Jun 2009
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I would not say tourist quality but rather common or low quality as this piece seems to have been used, what is the base materials of the metal oversheath?
I attach the picture of a similar used piece in my collection, the base metal is silver. Best regards Jean |
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#6 |
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Singapore
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Looks like a ceremonial piece used for weddings, as part of a traditional wear.
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Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Singapore
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Your keris blade is of better workmanship, a well-made piece of Sulawesi standard.. However, the base areas where the 'goldish' material is, seems to be 'disturbed' at the greneng, making the flaring area seems a little awkward.. ![]() Shahrial |
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