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Unusual Costa Rican Stone Mace Head

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Description

**Originally Listed At $100**

Pre-Columbian, Costa Rica, ca. 800 to 1200 CE. A round, volcanic stone made head with a human-like face on one side of its cylidrical body. With a wide, round hole through the center for attachment to a staff/handle. Size: 4.55" W x 4.7" H (11.6 cm x 11.9 cm)

Provenance: private Tacoma, Washington, USA collection

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Condition

Losses to one side as shown. Light encrusation on surface, as well as weathering.

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Unusual Costa Rican Stone Mace Head

Name: Unusual Costa Rican Stone Mace Head
SKU: 127145946
Price: 75 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $150 - $225

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