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Philippine Moro Kris Wavy Blade Sword.

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:100.00 USD Estimated At:200.00 - 400.00 USD
Philippine Moro Kris Wavy Blade Sword.
Original 19th Century Philippine Moro Kris Wavy Blade Short Sword with wood scabbard with Embossed Metal fittings. This short sword is made in the traditional Kris (Kalis) style and form with scabbard. The basic design is the same throughout the area, but only in the Philippine Islands did it evolve into a sword. This example dates to the 1880-1895 period, and has a 20" wavy double edged flanged blade. The grip is bound with The grip is twisted plant fibers and has a carved figured wood pommel. It comes contained in the original wood scabbard, which has embossed brass and alloy fittings at the top, middle and bottom. Overall very good condition, the carved wood crossguard is loose.