Pre-Columbian, Central America, Panama or Costa Rica, Chiriqui or Veraguas culture, ca. 8th to 14th century CE. A precious gold frog pendant cast via the lost wax method from a 90.7% to 91.9% gold (equivalent to 21K+ to 22K+) into the cutest pendant - the front legs forming suspension loops. The loops are intact and this miniature froglet could be worn on a chain as a necklace! Ancient societies of Central America used gold ornaments to symbolize power and honor in both life and death. Leaders wore cast gold animals including frogs, hybrid human-animal figures, as well as composite beasts. This frog pendant is not only impressive for its exquisite goldwork and artistry, but also deeply symbolic as frogs signified seasonal rainfalls as well as fertility. Size: 0.9" L x 0.5" W x 0.5" H (2.3 cm x 1.3 cm x 1.3 cm); gold quality: 90.7% to 91.9% (equivalent to 21K+ to 22K+); weight: 6.7 grams

Provenance: ex-Lone Jack, Missouri, USA collection

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Age expected surface wear, minor nicks and pitting, otherwise intact and choice. Surface is cleaned with light mineral deposits on concave interior.