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A Javanese Keris Yogya Solo, with 14th century blade.A Javanese Keris Yogya Solo, with 14th
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7741 EK Coevorden
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A Javanese Keris Yogya Solo, with 14th century blade.
A Javanese Keris Yogya Solo, with 14th century blade.
Umur (age): From the Javanese Hindu Empire of Majapahit.
The Keris with a straight hand forged Wilah (blade), consists of Pamor steel forged in different layers of iron (pattern type: ‘Pulau Tirto’ = Islands). Dapur in ‘Brojol’(?) shape. Small copper gilded Mendak (cuff) with ‘Untu Walang’ (=grasshopper teeth) between the blade and the hilt. Ukiran (Keris hilt) in ‘Deder Taman’ shape, and carved from Tayuman wood. Warangka (sheath) of ‘Gayaman Taman’ type (‘kidney’ shaped) and made from Kemuning wood patiently carved by hand. Gandar (body) (body) with silver plated Pendok (cover), Bunton Polos with ‘Pakfong’ pattern.
Length of the blade, including ‘Pesi’ (tang of the blade): 33.6 cm. (1x)
Note 1: The period from the thirteenth to the fifteenth century during the reign of the Javanese Hindu empire of Majapahit (1293-1500 CE), is considered the golden age of Indonesian art and culture. Royal artisans from the Majapahit Kingdom produced many masterpieces of art, including various exclusive Kerises and other pusaka (heirloom) treasures.
Please also notice: The sale, purchase and possession of arms are subject to national laws and regulations. Please ensure that you are familiar with the laws and regulations of your country BEFORE placing a bid. It is forbidden to sell weapons to persons under the age of 18. By placing a bid, you declare that you are 18 years of age or older and that you have verified that you are allowed to legally buy such items in your country.
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A Javanese Keris Yogya Solo, with 14th century blade.
A Javanese Keris Yogya Solo, with 14th century blade.
Umur (age): From the Javanese Hindu Empire of Majapahit.
The Keris with a straight hand forged Wilah (blade), consists of Pamor steel forged in different layers of iron (pattern type: ‘Pulau Tirto’ = Islands). Dapur in ‘Brojol’(?) shape. Small copper gilded Mendak (cuff) with ‘Untu Walang’ (=grasshopper teeth) between the blade and the hilt. Ukiran (Keris hilt) in ‘Deder Taman’ shape, and carved from Tayuman wood. Warangka (sheath) of ‘Gayaman Taman’ type (‘kidney’ shaped) and made from Kemuning wood patiently carved by hand. Gandar (body) (body) with silver plated Pendok (cover), Bunton Polos with ‘Pakfong’ pattern.
Length of the blade, including ‘Pesi’ (tang of the blade): 33.6 cm. (1x)
Note 1: The period from the thirteenth to the fifteenth century during the reign of the Javanese Hindu empire of Majapahit (1293-1500 CE), is considered the golden age of Indonesian art and culture. Royal artisans from the Majapahit Kingdom produced many masterpieces of art, including various exclusive Kerises and other pusaka (heirloom) treasures.
Please also notice: The sale, purchase and possession of arms are subject to national laws and regulations. Please ensure that you are familiar with the laws and regulations of your country BEFORE placing a bid. It is forbidden to sell weapons to persons under the age of 18. By placing a bid, you declare that you are 18 years of age or older and that you have verified that you are allowed to legally buy such items in your country.
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