Piso Sanalenggam
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TypeSword
PlaceoforiginIndonesia (North Sumatra)
UsedbyBatak (Toba Batak people and Pakpak people)
Length46–55 cm (18–22 in)
| Piso Sanalenggam | |
|---|---|
_MET_1988.143.23.png) A Piso Sanalenggam from Sumatra, late 19th–early 20th century. | |
| Type | Sword |
| Place of origin | Indonesia (North Sumatra) |
| Service history | |
| Used by | Batak (Toba Batak people and Pakpak people) |
| Specifications | |
| Length | 46–55 cm (18–22 in) |
| Blade type | Single edge |
| Hilt type | Water buffalo horn |
| Scabbard/sheath | Wood |
The Piso Sanalenggam (also known as Piso Sanalenngan, Piso Sinalenggam, Piso Sinalenggan, Piso Surik Sinalenggan, or Sanalenggam) is a type of broad sabre from North Sumatra, Indonesia. This sword is a weapon of war during the times when feuds were frequent among the different Batak groups.[1] Piso Sanalenggam that were made by datu priests from the Dairi Regency region, is used for the preparation of medicine and magical substances.[2]
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