Beaded necklace with Costa Rican-style replica axe
A nice beaded necklace with Costa Rican-style replica axe stone blade, one side of the axe with a carved skull in profile, the opposite side polished and top drilled horizontally for suspension. The axe is strung with terracotta beads which are ancient Costa Rican, c. AD 1000 - 1400, of triangular form and others with incised grooves. Necklace length about 23 in (58.2 cm), axe 2 1/4 x 1 1/2 in (5.7 x 3.8 cm).
Condition: The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections , the effects of aging, or repair/restoration work. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid, and we will be happy to give you a full overview of the items' condition. All transactions are governed by Ancient Resource LLC's Conditions of Sale.
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A nice beaded necklace with Costa Rican-style replica axe stone blade, one side of the axe with a carved skull in profile, the opposite side polished and top drilled horizontally for suspension. The axe is strung with terracotta beads which are ancient Costa Rican, c. AD 1000 - 1400, of triangular form and others with incised grooves. Necklace length about 23 in (58.2 cm), axe 2 1/4 x 1 1/2 in (5.7 x 3.8 cm).
Condition: The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections , the effects of aging, or repair/restoration work. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid, and we will be happy to give you a full overview of the items' condition. All transactions are governed by Ancient Resource LLC's Conditions of Sale.