“Axe god” pendant, Gran Nicoya, Costa Rica, 1-400 AD, 12.9 x 5.2 cm.

Ornaments – Jade and other green stones

Material: Gems/Pearls | Type: Jewelry/Personal adornments | Countries: Costa Rica

  • Period

    Prehispanic

  • Red List

    Red List – Central America and Mexico

Category

Ornaments – Jade and other green stones
Ornaments such as masks, figurines, pectorals, pendants, ear ornaments, necklaces and beads.
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