Six Small Mesoamerican Carved Jade Mask Pendants
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Description
possibly Pre Columbian, acquired prior to 1944, of varying size, color, and style, each drilled with hole for suspension, 1/2 in. to 1 in.
Provenance: Estate of William E. Hughes, San Antonio, Texas; by descent in family
Note: These objects test as nephrite on the Presidium Gem Tester II.
Mr. William E. Hughes amassed this impressive collection of Mexican jade and stone artifacts in the early 20th century. Many of the artifacts are sourced from archaeological explorations in areas such as a tomb at Monte Alban, the Sacred Well at Chichen Itza, and the outskirts of Mexico City. In 1944, Mr. Hughes loaned his collection of over 200 objects to the museum at the New Trier Township High School in Winnetka, Illinois. The artifacts would remain on display until 1973, when they were returned to the family.
Accompanied by correspondence regarding the artifacts between the family and the New Trier Township High School.
Condition
surface dirt/accretion, wear, abrasions, and losses, possibly as made; two with glue residue
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