Seashell “Guayza”, Taíno culture (11th – 15th centuries), 9.5 x 7 cm.

Seashells

Material: Human/Animal Remains | Type: Jewelry/Personal adornments | Countries: Dominican Republic

  • Period

    Prehispanic period (7th - 15th centuries)

  • Red List

    Red List – Dominican Republic

Category

Seashells
“Guayzas” (masks): Human faces with perforated eye sockets and the mouth showing its teeth. [7]
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