The ivory hilt of this kris takes the form of a half-bird, half-man known as ‘Jawa Demam’. The name derives from the word ‘feverish’ (demam), since the figure appears to be crouching and shivering. At the centre of the scabbard is a large gold filigree rose set with rubies.

It was presented to George IV when Prince Regent by Stamford Raffles, 10 May 1817.