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20th June 2019, 08:35 PM
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Horn material in Rencong
Stimulated by Ibrahiim al Balooshi's recent post regarding identification of rhino horn in khanjar hilts, I was reminded of the translucent nature of the hilt in a recently acquired rencong. I took several photos - apologies for single-handed cell phone pics - using a bright flashlight to illuminate the innards of the horn.
I lack the expertise to determine the origin of the horn. Comment encouraged. |
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20th June 2019, 09:05 PM
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My guess it is buffalo, cow or some other ruminant.
Rhino is a conglomerate of hair, not layers like buffalo. |
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20th June 2019, 10:09 PM
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Location: Germany, Dortmund
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Agree complete with Ariel, buffalo or cow horn, think it's the first one.
Regards, Detlef |
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20th June 2019, 10:25 PM
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Thank you for your observations, gentlemen.
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21st June 2019, 12:56 AM
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Albino water buffalo horn has been a common choice for these rencong.
Regards, Kai |
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