keris origin

[Jean]

Originally Posted by A. G. Maisey

If somebody wishes to hold the opinion that this keris we are currently looking at is however many hundred years old, I'm not going to argue with him, its his opinion and he has a right to that opinion. I might try to alter the way in which he has arrived at that opinion, but his opinion, whatever it may be, is his, and he has every right to cherish it.

Hello Alan,
Although this is a difficult if not impossible question, may I ask you your best personal guess about the age range of these 2 blades from the pics?
Best regards

[A. G. Maisey]

From photos Jean, and not knowing anything else?

Sorry, I'm not that good.

[GIO]

Many thanks, Jean and Alan, for the kind and complete explanation. And yes, I find my keris very similar to Jean's for what dapur is concerned. I suppose, as said in my opening post, that such pamor is not so common on West-Javanese blades. Once the etching is complete - and successful !- shall post pics.

[Jean]

Originally Posted by GIO

Many thanks, Jean and Alan, for the kind and complete explanation. And yes, I find my keris very similar to Jean's for what dapur is concerned. I suppose, as said in my opening post, that such pamor is not so common on West-Javanese blades. Once the etching is complete - and successful !- shall post pics.

Hello Gio,
I also got this one in my collection with a dapur more similar to yours but which is more recent I think.
Regards

[GIO]

Hi Jean
here a better pic of my keris, if it may help