A rare Taino shaman's amulet from Hispaniola
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A rare Taino shaman's amulet from Hispaniola, ca. AD 1000 – 1500. This exquisitely made stone pendant was carved and worn by a shaman for a specific ritual purpose. It is carved from speckled greenstone in superb detail and shows extensive mineral deposits. Mounted on stand. H: 2 1/8 in (5.4cm) Cf. www.tainomuseum.org; Ex-Montreal estate.
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A rare Taino shaman's amulet from Hispaniola
Estimate $800 - $900
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