Crowns on Aceh weapons revisited

[Bob A]

Unlike Jose, I have little hope of progressing to adulthood. If it hasn't happened yet, I doubt the day will arrive.

Meanwhile, a few pics of my crowned rencong. When I purchased it, I thought it was an unhappy marriage between blade and sheath. The seller told me that its rattling around in the large opening was typical of the are; I doubt it, as every other example of weaponry I have from the area is pretty snug. But who can say?

Anyway, there seems to be traces of gold in the punched decoration on one side of the piece. I assume the rest has been worn off over the years.

[Battara]

Nice Bob. I agree - there was originally gold in those worn down engraved grooves.

[Jentayu]

Picture of back of the pommel

[Battara]

Thank you so much. I am a little surprised that the top is flat and plain.

[asomotif]

What a lovely and fine enamel decoration on this sewar.
I like the suasa handle.