A Large, Philippines Moro Sword Punal (Gunong), circa 1900.
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Lot 213

A Large, Philippines Moro Sword Punal (Gunong), circa 1900.

Estimate: EUR 500.00 - 700.00

Starting Bid: EUR 500.00

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Description

A Large, Philippines Moro Sword Punal (Gunong), circa 1900. A sturdy double edged flamboyant hand forged steel blade with waves. Gold-plated copper hilt with an elaborate crossguard, engraved with palmettes and floral motifs. In its original copper, gold-plated scabbard with wood insert, engraved and hammered surface with palmette cartouches and floral sprays. A rare Punal example in good condition, a fine Philippine collectible sword. Overall length in its scabbard: 109 cm.

Condition

Good condition

Dimensions

Height 109 cm / 42.9 in