WWll Era Filipino Bolo Talibong Knife Sword Curved Blade Wooden Scabbard Inlaid For Sale

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Filipino curved-edge knife, commonly known as a talibon or talibong, which was often acquired as a World War II "bring-back" souvenir by Allied service members.

Key Features

Blade:

A single-edged, curved steel blade showing signs of age and wear.

Handle:

Carved dark wood featuring small, light-colored geometric inlays, likely made from bone or mother-of-pearl.

Scabbard:

A matching wooden sheath decorated with carved patterns, inlay triangles, and lettering or initials that often represent a location, maker, or owner in the Philippines.

History

Origin:

Crafted in the Philippines, traditional knives of this style were widely used and later produced or adapted as keepsakes for U.S. and Allied troops toward the end of the Pacific Theater in 1945.

PLEASE REVIEW ALL PHOTOS AS THEY ARE ESSENTIAL TO THIS ITEMS DESCRIPTION AND CONDITION.

Please note this is an old item and shows signs of wear expected from age and use.

There is some damage to the word “army” on the last letter.

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