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Lot of 2 Antique Indonesian Edged Weapons

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:100.00 USD
Lot of 2 Antique Indonesian Edged Weapons
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Lot of Two (2) Antique Indonesian Edged Weapons from Java: (1) Wedong knife, 7'' long wide blade with single narrow fuller. There is an etched date of 1931 near the base of the blade. Smooth wood handle has some carved details near the blade end. Wood scabbard is nicely carved near the opening for the blade and has a boss for a hanging strap. OAL is 13''. Condition is very good with a clean blade showing only light age graying. Wood grip is very nice showing only light age. Scabbard is in good condition with a few light scuffs and scratches. (2) Javanese Golok knife, 15-3/4'' blade with wide single fuller and engraved designs inside the fuller. Ricasso area has some Indonesian letters or numbers engraved. Wood handle is beautifully carved in the shape of an eagle's head. Wood scabbard has carved decorations resembling feathers at the base, and a decorated border near the blade opening. OAL is 24-1/2''. Condition is good, the blade showing age graying, light rust stains and light pitting. Wood grip has a small crack near the base and some scuffs and scratches from age and use. Scabbard has some splitting at the seam of the two halves and an old glue repair at the blade opening mouth. There are some light scuffs and dings to the body of the scabbard. Est.: $200-$300/lot.