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Artifact
Malayan Kris Knife and Sheath
Description
- Poisonous dagger in a wooden sheath.
- Wooden handle of the dagger is intricately carved.
- Wavy blade is created by alternating layers of different types of metals, giving the blade a swirling pattern.
- Blade has a wide, asymmetrical base.
Background Information
- Given to Leo A. Wilson by a Malayan Chieftain on the island of Sumatra.
- This type of dagger is called kris and is known for its distinctive wavy blade.
- The number of waves on the blade is always odd.
- The dagger functions as both a weapon and a spiritual item.
- Poison was supposedly infused into the blade during the forging process.
- The wavy blade would inflict a wound which would erupt in sores every six months.
Map Location
Latitude: 2° 59' 59.251" S
Longitude: 104° 49' 24.618" E
Longitude: 104° 49' 24.618" E
Date
1899Dimensions
inches
Length:
14.5
Width:
1.0
Height:
2.8
Events, Places, People
- Leo A. Wilson
- Sumatra
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