Pre-Columbian Sinu Tumbaga Gold Feline Finial

Pre-Columbian Gold Sinu Tumbaga feline on crocodile finial, feline grimacing bearing teeth with scrolled tail standing on the head of a crocodile with open-work teeth, human arms and hands, decorative braid-work at base of finial. 2.375" H x 1.875" W x 1.25" D. Comprised of approx 73.57% gold (equivalent to 17K+ gold). Approx 31.5 dwt = 48.98 grams. Minor losses. This piece has been tested via Niton XL3t / XRF Analyzer: Gold: Au 73.57 / Silver: Ag16.72 / Copper: Cu 9.71, photo in images. From a 485 Park Avenue private collection.
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