Mexico, Six Huastec Carved Shells in the Form of Condor Heads
These raptorial bird heads were clearly a part of the same original necklace. The bird may represent the condor, an endangered species in Mexico, or another powerful raptor that had mythological significance. Each shell head was drilled in the back with two conical drill holes. Colorado collector prior to 1997.
Period: Mexico, Huastec, Veracruz, c. AD 900 - 1500
Media: Shell
Dimensions: Length 4 1/2" Each head Length: 1"
Price Upon Request
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