Prehispanic Mayan Obsidian Ceremonial Spearhead
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Description
c.8th-10th century AD. A leaf-shaped ceremonial bifacial obsidian spearhead; accompanied by a custom-made display stand. For a similar example of obsidian see Ligaube, I., The World That Wasn't There, 5 Continents, 2015, pp. 96-97. 518 grams total, 18.5cm including stand (7 1/4"). Property of a Surrey, UK, gentleman; from collections formed since before 1970. [No Reserve]
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Very fine condition, patinated.
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Prehispanic Mayan Obsidian Ceremonial Spearhead
Estimate £300 - £400
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