A Keris is a traditional sharp weapon that is identical to the Javanese and is part of Javanese culture.  A keris is not only a weapon, a keris also has high artistic value. The curves of the keris are an example of the basic artistic value contained therein. Keris, the sharp part is not only on a certain side, but the sharpness includes the face, back and ends.

The main ingredients are iron and steel. But for the nobility or royal officials in ancient times, usually the keris material was of higher quality, such as using gold or silver. The frame is made of carved teak. And there are many more details about the keris that are discussed in this book.

This book describes the ins and outs, motifs, myths, mysteries, and benefits of keris.

Book description:

Author: Ki Hudoyo Doyodipuro, OCC

Publisher: Daharaprize

ISBN: 979-501-826-4

Pages: 300 pages

Dimensions: 23 x 15.6 x 2 cm (1 cm = 0.393 in, 1 in = 2.54 cm)

Weight 684 grams