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Ian · 30th July 2019, 11:07 AM

Hi Stefan:

I agree with Battara. This looks like a Maranao creation from the late 20th C. The blade form is not a common traditional Moro shape, and follows more of a Western pattern.

The "curls" on each end of the guard are typical Maranao work of the last 60 years or so, usually seen on gunong that have been described as sarimanok. I've attached pictures of a couple of examples of sarimanok gunong. These are older than your sword, but they have low quality blades and are essentially decorative items.

Ian.

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30th July 2019, 11:07 AM	#4
Ian Vikingsword Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: The Aussie Bush Posts: 4,361	Hi Stefan: I agree with Battara. This looks like a Maranao creation from the late 20th C. The blade form is not a common traditional Moro shape, and follows more of a Western pattern. The "curls" on each end of the guard are typical Maranao work of the last 60 years or so, usually seen on gunong that have been described as sarimanok. I've attached pictures of a couple of examples of sarimanok gunong. These are older than your sword, but they have low quality blades and are essentially decorative items. Ian. . Attached Images