Medals & Coins, Arms & Militaria - 21st November 2018

Lot 174

A Javanese short sword (pedang lurus)

Estimate £120 - £160

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Description

A Javanese short sword (pedang lurus), pattern welded blade 20.5 in., white metal covered hilt with swollen and stepped grip set asymmetrically to the cross piece, richly embossed with foliage inhabited by a dragon and a bird; wooden scabbard with similarly embossed white metal mounts comprising locket, band and chape.