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 @ Mayfair Diamonds Ltd
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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