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ZAR 5 863
Lot 28
  • A large Philippines Moro keris, circa 1900
  • A large Philippines Moro keris, circa 1900
  • A large Philippines Moro keris, circa 1900


Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 5 000 - 7 000
Selling Price
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ZAR 5 863
Auction Catalogue

About this Item

A large Philippines Moro keris, circa 1900
the grip with original twine, the ivory pommel carved as a stylised parrot head, the blade of wavy form with simple line decoration, the wooden scabbard bound with twine, a section of thescabbard handle lacking, the blade 60cm long, overall length 74cm

*This lot is not suitable for export



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