Intersting Batangas (?) sword

[Sajen]

Originally Posted by Lew

Definately not Philippine. Here is a Buddist/Hindu demon for comparison. The Philippines is predominantly either Catholic in the north and Muslim in the south.
The hilt and guard seems newer than the blade so I think it's more for ceremonial or status than for combat.

Thank you Lew, now I see what you mean.

[Sajen]

I just have seen that the sword is relisted so it will maybe better to close the thread!

[Lew]

Closed!