Description: Pre-Columbian Turtle Pendant From the collections of Dumbarton Oaks Research LibraryThe Tairona people of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta in northern Colombia producedsome of the grandest and most complex gold objects ever made in the Americas.This pendant is modeled after the gold artwork of ancient Colombia.This handmade jewelry is plated with high-quality 18k gold. Weight: 0.16 oz (4.54 g)The pendant comes with an 18" long snake chain with a lobster claw closure and a greenagate cabochon in the center of the Turtle's back.Comes in a Museum Reproduction Gift Box with History Card, ready to gift.Free Insured Shipping within the Continental United States.HistoryTurtles are earth and water symbols and appear frequently in Pre-Columbian art fromCentral America, including the Coclé culture in Panama. Their goldsmiths were facinatedby the lost-wax casting process. Due to their long lives, turtles were often used in creationstories regarding the origin of the Earth, and symbolize good health and longevityTurtles and other amulets were often worn as protection against hostile forces or madeas offerings to appease their gods Made in United States by Museum Reproductions, Inc.
Price: 54.5 USD
Location: Kennewick, Washington
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Brand: Museum Reproductions, Inc.
Pendant Shape: Turtle
Type: Necklace
Color: Gold
Style: Charm, Pendant
Theme: Animals & Insects, Nature
Main Stone Color: Green
Metal: Pewter
Main Stone: Agate
