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					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? 
			
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 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.