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Gold pendant in shape of a winged animal. Two colors of gold used. Hollow cast
Gold pendant in shape of a winged animal. Two colors of gold used. Hollow cast
Object Number 976-41-20/24854
Display Title Gold pendant in shape of a winged animal. Two colors of gold used. Hollow cast
Descriptions
Object Description Gold pendant in shape of a winged animal. Two colors of gold used. Hollow cast figure with Sinu type headdress. Note similarities to alligator motif.
Inventory Description Metal, gold animal effigy, loop on back
Classification
  • Ornament
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Central America / Costa Rica
Additional Geographic Terms Diquis Delta
Materials Gold
Dimensions Overall: 8.5 x 4.1 x 2.5 cm (3 3/8 x 1 5/8 x 1 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 976-41-20/24854
Provenance
Donor Donated by Anonymous (1976)

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