Sabre - Indonesia - 1920-1930
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Antique Indonesian klewang from Tjikeroe, West Java, dated 1922, with original wooden scabbard, blade in authentic steel with patina, total length 87 cm.
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Antique Indonesian Klewang – "Tjikeroe 1922" – With Original Record Card
A beautiful and historically interesting klewang from the famous smithies of Tjikeroe (Java, Dutch East Indies). This specimen is an officially dated collectible piece from 1922, clearly engraved on the blade.
Characteristics:
Origin: Tjikeroe (Cikeruh), West Java. Known for the high-quality production of knives and sabers for both the local population and Dutch soldiers/officials.
Dating: 1922 (clearly legible on the blade).
Condition of the blade: Authentic steel with a lovely patina and the characteristic curvature.
Handle: Beautifully shaped grip of dark horn, finished with brass guard plate and pommel. The grip is firm and shows no major defects.
Scabbard: Includes the original wooden scabbard with authentic brass fittings.
Antique Indonesian Klewang – "Tjikeroe 1922" – With Original Record Card
A beautiful and historically interesting klewang from the famous smithies of Tjikeroe (Java, Dutch East Indies). This specimen is an officially dated collectible piece from 1922, clearly engraved on the blade.
Characteristics:
Origin: Tjikeroe (Cikeruh), West Java. Known for the high-quality production of knives and sabers for both the local population and Dutch soldiers/officials.
Dating: 1922 (clearly legible on the blade).
Condition of the blade: Authentic steel with a lovely patina and the characteristic curvature.
Handle: Beautifully shaped grip of dark horn, finished with brass guard plate and pommel. The grip is firm and shows no major defects.
Scabbard: Includes the original wooden scabbard with authentic brass fittings.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Indonesia
Condition
Good
Overall Length
87 cm
Estimated period
1920-1930
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