Gold Plated, Pre-Colombian Mini Reproduction of Face Ornament, 15mm, Sold Individually

MBC-265

Regular price $13.00

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  • These pendants are priced and sold individually
  • Miniature gold plated, reproduction of pre-Colombian gold artifact most likely a facial ornament that connected to then nose and covered the mouth
  • The pendant is 15 long x 12mm wide
  • These very nicely cast and richly plated mini pendants are perfect for earrings or delicate necklaces
  • Prior to the Spanish conquest Colombia was settled by the Muisca, Quimbaya, Sinu, Tayrona and Calima cultures. They practiced agriculture and developed pottery, gold-smithing and stone cutting techniques
  • These museum quality reproductions are cast in lead-free pewter, then given a double plating of 24karat gold, and a lacquer coat to prevent protect the finish.
  • Gold in the pre-conquest cultures of Colombia had more than financial value, it represented a spiritual connection to the life giving sun, their deities, and the yellow color of the staple food, maize, aka corn.