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Aztec snake head carved grey volcanic basalt 1300-

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Aztec snake head carved grey volcanic basalt 1300-

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ca.1300-1521 BC measures 6.5" x 5 1/2' x 4" provenance: Milton M. Birmbaum M.D., Los Angles California to Murray Korda includes sales record dated 1970. Exceptional detailed relief carved volcanic basalt stone snake head with high definition, detailed scales, open mouth, coiled split tongue and circular eyes.

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Aztec snake head carved grey volcanic basalt 1300-

Name: Aztec snake head carved grey volcanic basalt 1300-
SKU: 172263567
Price: 2500 USD
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