Q1.
In general, I would say that it does. For keris, one of my primary reasons for collecting them in the first place is to gain greater insights and a better understanding of Indonesia now and then.
Q2.
I really couldn't say. Some people may collect keris merely as part of a larger collection, some only for their aesthetic or exotic value. For those who do have an interest to learn more I can imagine that it would be a daunting task. One needs to be truly interested to dig deeper and deeper.
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