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Old 10th September 2010, 02:58 AM   #1
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Interesting...the swords the elephant handlers are carrying are not dha/daab(note the European style hilts), but the shield bearers do appear to be carrying them.
European style swords they call Krabi.

Note also that there are two different types of shields in the picture...one narrow one, among the larger rectangular ones.
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Old 10th September 2010, 03:09 AM   #2
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Thai shields & spears from a Thai palace...I think you will especial like these next photos, Charles...













There you go... Last one is pretty similar to the one you have...I see some Chinese influence.. Chinese coins in the middle bottom of the last photo.

As you can see your's Charles is in fantastic condition compared to the above.

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Old 10th September 2010, 03:20 AM   #3
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and also the forked item in his mouth...not really sure what it is...but I've seen something like it....









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Old 14th September 2010, 01:27 PM   #4
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I think this just continues to confirm our original theory that the shield is Thai.

Thanks for the terrific pics!!
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Old 14th September 2010, 10:09 PM   #5
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Congratulations. I've never seen one that well kept. Those are great pics Nathaniel, thanks for posting.
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Old 15th September 2010, 05:28 AM   #6
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Great shield Charles, I commend you on your taste.

Nathaniel, you always share the most interesting pictures, thank you.

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