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			I received a knife from Surabaya, Indonesia.  Attached are some photos.  The knife has some Arabic? Etching inscribed on the sides of the blade.  The two sides have different characters.  I attempted to photograph and capture the writing.  I also tried a charcoal rubbing and photographed the sheet.  Would anyone care to tell me more about this knife, level of quality (i.e. tourist piece) and / or should I attempt to improve its appearance, if so how? I sincerely appreciate the input I have received from this fantastic site.
		 
		
		
		
			
		
		
		
		
		
		
		
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