Lao Dha/daab

[Marc M.]

Originally Posted by Sajen

The sword in question was once a very nice sword, sadly it's left as a relic only. The stuff at the handle is indeed a mixture with resin and other components to form the thin silver cover which is mostly gone. It's a similar technique which was used by keris handles.

Hi Detlef
From the seller's photos I could tell that the dha was old but the condition was indeed not great. But still interesting enough for me to buy, small price though.
I don't come across this shape that often.
Regards
Marc