Nice little Sumatran (?) dagger for sharing & comment

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Originally Posted by Pendita65

Nice one Detlef,

this one has a similar feel to it :

https://www.liveauctioneers.com/pric...-from-sumatra/

Since these links tend to disappear, for posterity.

Item Details
Description
This is a very rare Bird Head Sewar Dagger with a Crown & Floral Crest Bolster , Malay Tribe early to mid 20th century, Northern Sumatra. Sturdy traditional folded forged blade, single sharped edge and a inward curving to end tips. Original sheath. The dagger or Kris knife Handle is carved wood in the shape a bayan bird head ( parrot head ) decorated with typical malay floral motifs. Such ornate craftsmanship indicated the owner was likely nobility or of a high social status. The Keris / Dagger measures 12.5 inches long in sheath.