Pre-Columbian, Belize, Maya, Late Classic Period, ca. 550 to 900 CE. A set of 3 hand-knapped chert daggers, each with thick handles and sturdy blades bearing sharpened edges and points. This type of knife was likely ceremonial rather than utilitarian. They have been found at several archaeological sites throughout southern Mesoamerica and the Caribbean in funerary or ritualistic deposits. Size of largest: 11.7" L x 2.25" W (29.7 cm x 5.7 cm)

Provenance: ex-Marc Amiguet Schmitt estate, Amiguet's Ancient Art, Evansville, Indiana, USA, acquired prior to January 1, 2010

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Small amounts of infill material on largest blade and handle; remaining 2 daggers are intact and very good. Each piece has light abrasions and nicks commensurate with age. Blade edges and points are still quite sharp.