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Lovely Tairona carnelian mortar in the seashell form

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Lovely Tairona carnelian mortar in the seashell form

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Description

A lovely Tairona carnelian (perhaps red calcite) mortar, Colombia, c. AD 500 – 1000, carved from red calcite, the well carved in the form of a spiraling seashell and the bowl with two perforations for suspension. L: 4 ¾ in. (12.1 cm). A very interesting piece! Ex Southern California private collection.

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Lovely Tairona carnelian mortar in the seashell form

Name: Lovely Tairona carnelian mortar in the seashell form
SKU: 58204976
Price: 200 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $250 - $400

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