Gunong...recent or vintage?

[shayde78]

So...if the smaller ones can be either earlier functional examples OR later tourist versions...how does one tell the difference?

[Ian]

Originally Posted by shayde78

So...if the smaller ones can be either earlier functional examples OR later tourist versions...how does one tell the difference?

Hi Shayde78,

That's where a lot of reading and asking questions helps. There are general signs of wear and age that help, but seeking out high quality pieces (good workmanship and materials) is always worthwhile regardless of age. Many modern pieces are still functional.

Some recently made gunong are definitely collectible and retain their value.

Ian.

[Battara]

I wish Federico Malibago still had his site up. It had the most information on gunongs I had ever seen, and we have used this info on this forum.