Antique Filipino Kampilan Sword Battle of Bayang May 2, 1902, Philippines

Description

This auction is for an antique Filipino Kampilan Sword with a very old informational tag attached to it. The tag is old and faded and difficult to read but it identifies this as being used in the battle of Bayang May 2,1902. between the U.S. army 27th infantry and the army of the Moro sultan on the island of Mindanao, Philippines. The tag has writing on both sides. Obviously, I was not around in 1902 so I cannot confirm or Deny this information. The total length is just under 38 inches long and the blade alone is over 27 1/2 inches long. There appears to some very old damage on the handle as seen in the photos. See all  photos for condition and description. Please feel free to ask any questions you may have prior to bidding. Shipping cost listed is to the lower 48 states