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23rd December 2023, 06:30 AM | #1 |
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I suggest that you ask a hair dresser.
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23rd December 2023, 01:49 PM | #2 |
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Yeah, ideally one of East or Southeast Asian descent...
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26th December 2023, 03:03 PM | #3 |
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Thanks Gentlemen,
This sword also has some notches on the back of the spine near the tip. I have not seen this on other examples. When I get it I will post more images. These Parapat are quite enigmatic swords. Would be good to know the significance snd origin of the hair. I read Dayak adorned their shields with the hair of their victims. Could the same apply here? |
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Hello Sid,
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Also note that parapat got utilized by several ethnic groups in northern Borneo, some more closely related than others. Thus, even here there may be cultural differences. Regards, Kai |
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26th December 2023, 10:39 PM | #5 |
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Thanks Kai
Sorry I did not read post 4 carefully. Thanks for advising on the likely origin of the hair. I am grateful. Best Sid |
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