Fine Philippines 19th C. Talibon Sword, Sword of Christian Tribes of North Philippines

Status: Sold · Region: China, East Asia, Tibet · Type: Daggers

The Talibon sword is the primarysword of the Christian tribes of northern Philippines. The heavy and very sharp blade has a beveled edged witha thick spine. The original carved wooden handle is wrapped with cane, and the wooden scabbard has the original hanging cloth as well with a Chinese coin.This sword is characterized by the floral style pommel and was the favored weapon of the Dios-Dios cult, also known as the Pulajanes.

A fine condition and original battle sword.

Overall length is 27, blade is 20 and 1/4 thick at the spine.