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Pre-Columbian Taino Spoon

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Item Details

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A Taino shell spoon with zemi figure handle. 4-1/2" l Provenance: Ex collection, New York, N.Y.

Condition

Intact

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Pre-Columbian Taino Spoon

Name: Pre-Columbian Taino Spoon
SKU: 147126106
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $500

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Starting Price $150

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