19C / 20C South Borneo / Sumatran Dayak Piso Podang Sword, Sold

In sound condition, a 19C / 20C South Borneo / Sumatran Dayak Piso Podang Sword.

A scarce sword, the piso padang is often mistaken for an Indian tulwar, but comes from the islands and tribes of Borneo and Sumatra.

The 26 1/4 inch blade has inert rust and a nick to the forward cutting edge but is overall sound and firm in the hilt. The brass hilt with age and a few knocks but good. The sheath now in two distinct separate sections taped together (could be glued).

Rare sword, great price; £? (too late, now sold). Please quote item reference U58 (0888). Further / full sized images available upon request.