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    Posted 8 years ago

    BHock45
    (807 items)

    Does anyone know exactly what this is? Is it a souvenir item? Or an old talisman of some kind? Thanks for looking!

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    1. Dhakir Dhakir, 8 years ago
      Well it's not supposed to be used for fighting, since it has a wavy blade. It's most likely a ceremonial blade - a "Kris", from East Asia. I can't tell its age, could be old or new. The material and condition makes me think it's pretty recent though, and the crudeness of the figurine makes me think that it's a souvenir.

      Still, it's a pretty cool knife-thingy. Where and when did you get it? What metal is it?
    2. BHock45 BHock45, 8 years ago
      Hi Dhakir, thanks for the info. Yes, a Kris, that is right. I bought it from an antique deal who went out of business. An older guy. It looks like it is made of brass.
    3. BHock45 BHock45, 8 years ago
      purchased in Red Bank, NJ at an antique store.
    4. scottvez scottvez, 8 years ago
      Looks like a modern made piece.

      scott
    5. BHock45 BHock45, 8 years ago
      I think so too scott but wasn't sure. It ended up being a buck or two, so I figured I would give it a shot. thanks!

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