Actually Kelap Lintah (in combination with inclined Gandhik) and Ada2 are not unusual on South-Sumatran Keris, also Gonjo Iras.
The type of gold application on Gandhik and Gonjo seen here is typical for Palembang blades, and Palembang imitated many styles bladewise.
By the way note some likeness to the Keris Taming Sari (not getting involved in guessing about its age and provenance).
There is some discrepancy with the wear of Jenggot and Greneng, and at least two possibilities to explain it.
Overall, if there would be a possibility for me to buy such Keris, especially with only pictures available, I would never do it - too many question marks and daring details here.
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