Auctions Imperial 2018 Arms & Armor November
By Auctions Imperial
Nov 24, 2018
1910 Thomes Ave, Cheyenne WY 82001, United States

LOT 304:

A NORTHERN BORNEO PAKAYUN SWORD

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A NORTHERN BORNEO PAKAYUN SWORD
Endemic to the Murut peoples, the carved wooden hilt with characteristic bifurcate pommel retaining its original woven wicker covering, and lengthy brass ferrule terminating in a circular guard with profiled edges. The long, curved blade of flattened wedge section with fullers and radiused tip. In its wooden scabbard with incised panels and brass and steel mounts. First half off the 19th century. Worn overall. Overall length 92.5cm. Condition III

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