Axe God Human Effigy Pendant

Costa Rica, Pre-Columbian

500 - 750

  • Titles Axe God Human Effigy Pendant (Descriptive)
  • Medium basalt or black jadeite
  • Dimensions 2 3/8 x 1 3/8 x 3/8 in. (6 x 3.5 x 1 cm)
  • Credit Line Collection of the Art Fund, Inc. at the Birmingham Museum of Art, Gift of Mr. Everett Hatcher, AFI.4.1982
  • Work Type pendant
  • Classification Jewelry

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