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Old 14th September 2009, 09:29 PM   #4
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Originally Posted by Battara
I recently got this rencong from Adni of Malay Art Gallery. It is a ceremonial rencong that is subtly laminated and the hilt is made of resin filled chased silver (with traces of gold). IT was once gilded. I made the end cap (which was missing) out of chased silver and a ruby. Its scabbard is wood with 2 silver bands ( I made one of them).

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Battara,

I have a very similair rencong. Will post pictures as soon as I have the time.
Why would it be a ceremonial rencong and if it is that what would the exact use be you think?

I was told this type of rencong is not from Aceh (Atjeh) but from Gayo (Gajo), also in North Sumatra.
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