Dagger - Iron - Siraui - Minangkabau, Sumatra, Indonesia

This knife from the Minangkabau people in West Central Sumatra has a slightly curved blade. The sheath has a protuberance at its top allowing this knife to be worn at one’s belt. The sheath is decorated with floral motifs on the top part and the other side has scale pattern resembling snakeskin. Very rigid and tapered blade. Sheath with a very light honey patina carved from a single piece of wood. Handle in the same wood as the sheath. The sale, purchase, and possession of weapons is subject to national laws and regulations. Please check the laws and regulations of your country BEFORE placing a bid. The sale of weapons to people under the age of 18 is prohibited. By bidding, you declare that you are at least 18 years old and that you have onfirmed that you are legally allowed to purchase such items in your country.