Pre-Columbian Sultepec Style Stone Mask with inlay shell eyes from Guerrero, Mexico, ca. 300 BCE. 7" in height. The Sultepec Alabaster mask is a pre-Columbian artifact that dates back to the ancient Mesoamerican civilization of Sultepec. The mask is made of a type of alabaster that is quarried in the region surrounding the city of Sultepec. The mask is intricately carved with a human face featuring detailed features such as eyes, nose, and mouth. The eyes are inlaid with a shell, which gives the mask an added level of realism and depth. The face is adorned with symbols and designs that are believed to have religious or ceremonial significance. The mask would have been used in rituals or ceremonies, possibly as part of a costume worn by a priest or other important figure. The Sultepec Alabaster mask with inlay eyes is a unique and valuable piece of ancient art that offers a glimpse into the culture and beliefs of one of the lesser-known ancient Mesoamerican civilizations.