pre-Columbian gold figure

14 May 2025

Description

The item was purchased by my late mother in Houston TX in 1959 from Harry K. Wright. It's solid gold according to the jewelry store I had it examined by. Weighs 10.5 grams. It comes from Southern Costa Rica Diquis Culture.

Dimensions

Aprox 1.25 inches tall and 0.5 inches wide

Acquired from
Inherited

For sale
Yes

Answered within 7 days

By Jonty C.

May 21, 18:07 UTC

Fair Market Value

$1,800 - $2,200 USD

Suggested Asking Price $2,800 USD

What does this mean?

A Pre-Columbian Gold Figure Pendant, circa 1959
the gold standing Shaman figurewith crown-like headdress, possibly Chiriqui, c. 1000-1500 applied to a long octagonal glass or onyx panel within a a gold surround with suspension loop[, gross weight 10.5 grams

Provenance: According to the owner.The item was purchased by owners late mother in Houston TX in 1959 from Harry K. Wright.. It has been suggested that it comes from Southern Costa Rica Diquis Culture.

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