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21st July 2009, 05:08 PM | #1 | |
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Philippine Kris or Keris
Hello from a new Member. I got this Kris at an auction here in the USA that had museum artifacts for sale. I'm trying to get the museum's contact information and see if they have the background history records of this Kris. I only have the 2 photos from the auction, but I will be getting more when the Kris arrives at my house.
All comments will be well appreciated. Any thoughts as to the age and area of origin? Quote:
Billy Last edited by Rick; 21st July 2009 at 06:09 PM. Reason: Moved from the Warung |
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21st July 2009, 06:11 PM | #2 |
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Welcome aboard, Billy .
Need closeups please . Is the Kakatua solid metal ? First impression I get is Sulu origin . Nice ..... Last edited by Rick; 21st July 2009 at 06:21 PM. |
21st July 2009, 11:08 PM | #3 |
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Congrats
Congrats,
I good looking nice complete piece. I was going to bid on this piece but I fell asleep (time differences). Is it silver or nickel plated as the auction house noted? Gav |
21st July 2009, 11:17 PM | #4 |
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The auction was 3 days ago. I have not received an Invoice yet, so I am not sure when my Kris will arrive. When it does I hope I can provide more details and (of course) close-up photos.
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22nd July 2009, 03:46 AM | #5 |
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The blade does look Sulu.
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22nd July 2009, 03:55 AM | #6 |
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Looking forward to your pictures; don't forget a closeup of the sorsoran, or base of the blade .
I wonder if the other color on the hilt may be Swassa . It may even have a core; include a closeup of the blade too !! This one looks nice . Rick |
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