small Rencong

[kai]

Hello Marius,

While on the small side, the renkong is definitely not a miniature, but a full size knife (measuring 27,5 cm/11" overall).

Yeah, I was just comparing it to the smaller all-silver miniatures...

Since it has a silver blade, it is obviously not meant to be used as a weapon but maybe as a present... or just as a dress accessory for a rich individual...

I don't think it was intended for local wear (an iron blade would be important on several levels); most likely a presentation piece, indeed.

On a second view, it should be noted that the broader blade as well as the style of the cross-piece point to a 20th century origin; considering the quality work, pre-WW2 and IMHO likely early during this period.

Regards,
Kai