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Costa Rican Metate of Basalt Stone with Head of Bird

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Pre-Columbian Costa Rican Style Stone Mace Head: Pre-Columbian Costa Rican Style Stone Mace Head, ca. 1000 CE. 3 3/8" in length x 2" height.

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Costa Rican Metate of Basalt Stone with Head of Bird

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Costa Rican Metate of Basalt Stone with Head of Bird and Lizard Headdress . Metate: 950- 1050. Max L 18". Everson Museum, sold to benefit collections fund.

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Costa Rican Metate of Basalt Stone with Head of Bird

Name: Costa Rican Metate of Basalt Stone with Head of Bird
SKU: 57778653
Price: 600 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $50 - $80

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