knife, sheath, & belt

Catalog Number 128227
Literary Reference , 35740, 13839
Cultural Affiliation Bukidnon
Continent Asia
Country Philippines
Region Mindanao Island
Island Philippine Islands
Original Name tagi
Materials metal; copper, wood, rattan
Catalog Description Tag-i: It is used by the Bukidnon warriors who have the power or courage to kill. Anyone who owns this weapon is considered fearsome. The red cloth wrapped around it usually contains amulets which render a person invincible during clashes. It is also called "gunung daw taliyan." [p. 82-83]

Associated Narratives