11-07-201511-07-2015
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2862BBoston
November 7, 2015 10:00 AMCalender
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Three Philippine Weapons

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$1,046$850
Auction: American Indian & Ethnographic Arts - 2862BLocation: BostonDate / Time: November 07, 2015 10:00AM

Description:

Three Philippine Weapons, c. second half 19th century, two with wood sheaths, both with elaborate handles made from silver and other materials, old label on one reads: "Rare old Moro chief Barong, cowhorn handle, very rare, about 100 years old," the third is a brass and cowhorn dagger with a leather sheath, all were collected in 1905, (some damage),lg. to 29 1/2 in.
Estimate $400-600


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