Unknown sword
Curved steel blade roughly 19". 15" curved, tapered, wood hilt with upper 5" bound with unknown cord
Unknown, bought at estate sale because it looked unique
Other
Maybe
Dear David,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
The presented object appears to be a "Panabas". This type of sword or ax is used by ethnic groups in the south of the Philippines mainly the Moro tribes. The blade and the hande are a hint that this piece was made in the late 19th or 20th century.
This piece is in good condition and there are no serious damages visible.
An estimation would be between 200 to 400 USD.
This estimation is based on actual recent past recorded auction sales of comparables. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and vary.
With kind regards,
Georg
