Crowns on Aceh weapons revisited

Bob A · 30th May 2019, 08:47 PM

Unlike Jose, I have little hope of progressing to adulthood. If it hasn't happened yet, I doubt the day will arrive.

Meanwhile, a few pics of my crowned rencong. When I purchased it, I thought it was an unhappy marriage between blade and sheath. The seller told me that its rattling around in the large opening was typical of the are; I doubt it, as every other example of weaponry I have from the area is pretty snug. But who can say?

Anyway, there seems to be traces of gold in the punched decoration on one side of the piece. I assume the rest has been worn off over the years.

30th May 2019, 08:47 PM	#31
Bob A Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Posts: 415	Unlike Jose, I have little hope of progressing to adulthood. If it hasn't happened yet, I doubt the day will arrive. Meanwhile, a few pics of my crowned rencong. When I purchased it, I thought it was an unhappy marriage between blade and sheath. The seller told me that its rattling around in the large opening was typical of the are; I doubt it, as every other example of weaponry I have from the area is pretty snug. But who can say? Anyway, there seems to be traces of gold in the punched decoration on one side of the piece. I assume the rest has been worn off over the years. Attached Images