Sundanga from Sulawesi for comment

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Originally Posted by VVV

Nice sword Detlef!

I would also place it as Makassar.

Michael

Hello Michael, I am sure we are correct. Here what Sipakatuo have written: "Sudanga the same as Kelewang/Parang. Makassar and Bugis people called Sudanga or Alameng. Sudanga wear by Chieftain or Panglima Perang/Ade Pitue (Member of tetua adat) therefore it is also a symbol of leadership. Not many people know about the shape of Sudanga/Alameng because of its prestige (produce limited). Congrats!.
" about the sword from Marco in this thread: http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showth...light=sulawesi
See also the affinity from the embossings from both hilts.
And now I am sure that also the beautiful sword from Bill Marsh, shown here: http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showth...light=sulawesi
belong to this family of swords.

Regards,

Detlef