Hello Bill,
I agree with the others that the scabbard is recent. The workmanship on antique pieces also varies widely for genuine coteng.
Not really sure about the hilt - would love to hear from the Malay specialists on this.
The blade is IMHO old and a variant style that may be a Malay offshoot of the (originally Sumatran) Bangkinang style.
Regards,
Kai
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