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17th December 2011, 09:33 PM
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A Piso Podang?...or a Tulwar???
Here is one of the most unique swords of its type that I have encountered. The sword, or long dagger, is clearly cut down from a larger (European??) blade. The piece is 20.5 in. overall, with a 15in. blade. The hilt is silver plated in what could be an early S. Indian style, or a typical piso podang hilt. the scabbard is en suite with white metal locket and chape, both enameled. The enameling reminds me of work I have seen on Moroccan nimchas in style and quality. The scabbard is wrapped in tooled, grained leather, with 3 gold embossed stars.
So.....Indian???....Indonesian???....or somewhere else??? I look forward to your comments and opinions. Last edited by CharlesS; 17th December 2011 at 10:52 PM. |
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17th December 2011, 10:02 PM
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Sure looks like a Sumatran/Algerian fusion piece .
Is the hilt plated ? A result of trade within Dar al Islam ? |
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17th December 2011, 10:51 PM
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Does, indeed, look plated. Good eye!
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18th December 2011, 03:30 AM
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The blade cross section reminds me of :
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18th December 2011, 03:38 AM
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What a beuty! I only wish it was a full length. The hilt is a piso podang hilt.
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18th December 2011, 05:44 AM
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Very interesting piece Charles.
Is this part on an inscription on the lip of the chape? |
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