Degradation of important keris over time

[Anthony G.]

Originally Posted by milandro

I have seen also many videos on youtube of supposedly “ rescued” krises (with metal showing a lot of corrosion) being offerend on Pasars by Kris dealers.

I have my serious doubts that there are so many krises which are found in the ground or waters. This is obviously an industry for many people .

Once I came across a photo which i was asked not to show it to anyone. It was show to me by a trusted friend. In the photo, inside this small hut where there are at least hundreds of rusty old keris bilah without dress waiting to be 'recycle'. I have no idea where they get it thou.