Hulu Dandan

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Hulu Dandan
Indonesian Hilts (Hulu) Type

Hulu Dandan  (Hulu Dendon, Oelęë, Oelee Dandan and Oeloe Dendon). The hilt is slightly curved. It is thin, the middle thicker back and runs narrower towards the pommel. Often the pommel is button-shaped. It is carved from the ivory of Duyung (Manatee).

Hulu Dandan example courtesy Batavia Collectables

Hulu Dandan example
Photo Courtesy Batavia Collectables

Example of Hulu Dandan

Hulu Dandan example

Photo Courtesy Eriks Collectables