The big one certainly is a bummer, Charles!
The hilt strikes me as typical Tausug (I guess this style may be also found outside of the core area inhabited if only for travel/expat communities/trade).
The scabbard seems to have stylistic elements of Sama culture (even if less extensively covered by carving as often seen).
The blade shape does resemble pieces from Maranao or even Palawan and Sabah. Even if it doesn't show contrasting laminations, have you already tried etching, Charles?
Regards,
Kai
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