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Pre-columbian Costa Rican Stone Trophy Head

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Pre-columbian Costa Rican Stone Trophy Head

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Pre-columbian Costa Rican Basalt Stone Effigy Warrior or Trophy Head (Circa 1000+ AD) | This museum grade artifact is sculpted in high relief with traditional Period VI features including wide extended ears, raised squinted eyes, gathered circular hair and arching distinctive nose | Approx. Size: 6.25" H x 6" W | Provenance: Dr Ora & Eleanor Eads, Nashville, TN.

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Pre-columbian Costa Rican Stone Trophy Head

Name: Pre-columbian Costa Rican Stone Trophy Head
SKU: 111792897
Price: 140 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,000 - $2,500

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