Unusual silver daab (1)

[Ian]

This one was sold recently by a German Auction House (H.H.) as a "Myanmese dha." I doubt that attribution, and think the blade is more likely Thai given its tip and the presence of a small disc guard.. No scabbard unfortunately.


The silver covered hilt is unusual and I would appreciate an explanation for the two small rings attached to it and their likely function.


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[Sajen]

Hi Ian,

Looks like an antique umbrella handle to my eyes. ;)

Regards,
Detlef

[Tim Simmons]

I hate to say but I agree with Detlef . I must add that the earlier piece with the water Dragon handle and chape is extremely nice.

[Iain]

Agreed. It's a composite piece using a Chinese umbrella handle.

[Ian]

Thanks guys. You confirmed my suspicions about the hilt. This is now the second example of a fancy umbrella handle added to a daab that I have come across. Any ides what the two small rings may have been for?