Barong from ebay, what do you think?

[mross]

Originally Posted by CharlesS

This barong is quite attractive at first glance...that is what you can see. What worries me is what you can't see. The seller has carefully photographed this in such a way that the pommel peak/crest is invisible. This makes me suspicious that perhaps a finely carved peak/crest is broken off or damaged.

I hope I am wrong and that it works out for you.

Thanks, nothing broken all intact. The silver fittlings are in good shape but do show some damage.

I do agree that coins are not the "best" way to determine age. All posted arguments are correct they can be added at any time to make something appear older or more vintage. In this case however they served more as a guide. As stated the blade shape is "newer" but everything points to 19th century.
I try and get the photo requested.