Large stone Axe God - carved effigy head, hands folded across middle – Objects

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Object Number 46-26-20/17213

Display Title Large stone Axe God - carved effigy head, hands folded across middle

Descriptions

Inventory Description Ground stone pendant, anthropomorphic top, blade-like bottom, perforated

Classification

Pendant

Department Archaeological

Geography/Provenience/Site Name

Central America / Costa Rica

Intrasite About 2 feet under the surface

Additional Geographic Terms San Juan River Basin, Northern; San Carlos and Arenal rivers, confluence of

Materials Stone

Dimensions Overall: 12.1 x 3.4 x 1.3 cm (4 3/4 x 1 5/16 x 1/2 in.)

Quantity 1

Label on object 46-26-20/17213

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