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] |