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Can you rank the 3 different Kris types - Sulu, Maranao and Maguidanao in terms of rarity?
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That's a question which I never asked myself...
I guess it is fair to say that none of them are uncommon or rare but reasonably exact percentages elude me and I'm also not sure how to perform representative sampling (in the US or Bangsamoro?); all I know is that my own collection is not representative.
Moreover, there are subgroups and distinct ethnic groups - especially Sulu should be subdivided into Tausug, Samal, Yakan, etc. Borneo hosts Tausug, Iranum, Brunei Malays, etc. (Reliable identification is tough though making this practically impossible.)
So, why are you asking?
Regards,
Kai