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Pre-Columbian Gold Sinu Owl Bird Finial

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Description

Pre-Columbian Sinu owl bird finial, decorative braid-work and open-work. 3.5" H x 3" W x 1.625" D. Comprised of approx 42.12% gold (equivalent to 10K+ gold). Approx 40.9 dwt = 63.60 grams. Minor losses. This piece has been tested via Niton XL3t / XRF Analyzer: Gold: Au 42.12 / Silver: Ag 36.16 / Copper: Cu 4.25, photo in images. From a 485 Park Avenue private collection.

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Pre-Columbian Gold Sinu Owl Bird Finial

Name: Pre-Columbian Gold Sinu Owl Bird Finial
SKU: 79726353
Price: 2750 USD
Availability: InStock

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