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29th November 2017, 01:26 AM
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I think the silver triangle is to mimic to an extant the triangular base section of some kris blades.
The symbols: I only recognize the top one which is Moro and could be representing the "magic square" used in many Southeast Asian Muslim weapons and scabbards. These symbols are talismanic in nature and are to spiritually protect the user of the weapon. Thus at least the "square" is not a T'boli symbol. |
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29th November 2017, 01:45 AM
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For the triangular part, here is an example:
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29th November 2017, 01:46 AM
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Here are some magic square examples drawn:
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29th November 2017, 01:51 AM
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Now here are some magic square examples on Moro kris:
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29th November 2017, 01:54 AM
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Whoa.
You’re an encyclopedia, man. Well done. Go ahead and drop the mic. Thanks! |
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29th November 2017, 11:54 AM
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After looking at the off-center way the hilt is mounted to the blade I am thinking that it is more likely that the silver plates were originally added to cover a tang repair than to imitate the triangular base sections seen on other kris blades.
 Best, Robert |
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29th November 2017, 11:42 PM
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Oh I completely agree with you Robert. Good point and I think extremely likely.
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