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Gorgeous Gem-like Mayan Eccentric, Chalcedony browse these categories for related items... Directory: Archives:Regional Art:Americas:Pre Columbian: Pre AD 1000: Item # 499893
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Mayan eccentrics are tiny, fascinating works of art whose purpose is still poorly understood. Eccentrics are thin, finely-knapped ceremonial objects made of obsidian, chalcedony, flint or chert. They are typically assumed to have served ritual functions and are generally found in caches in ceremonial contexts. Eccentrics take many shapes, including real or mythological creatures and important symbols from the Mayan world. They were produced over a very wide time span with Classic period production becoming quite organized and localized to dedicated regions with suitable stones.
This translucent eccentric glows a brilliant pink/orange when held up to the light. While the intended shape of this abstract flint is unknown, given the shape and color I believe it was meant to represent the sun. AGE: 150-900 AD CONDITION: Intact and beautiful with fine knapping evident across the surface. DIMENSIONS: 1.75" in diameter (4.4 cm) |
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