Description:

Pre-Columbian, Mexico, Mexico City region, Aztec, ca. 1500 CE. A cast-copper currency piece of a characteristic hoe form defined by a broad handle with a raised periphery and a wide, crescent-shaped blade with projecting fins. Currency pieces like this example are known as "tajaderos" (Spanish for "chopping knife") due to their bladed shapes. They were standardized currency in the Aztec world, typically set to be equal to 8,000 cacao seeds. Size: 5.8" W x 4.25" H (14.7 cm x 10.8 cm); 4.8" H (12.2 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Ohio, USA collection

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#148984

  • Condition: Slight bending to overall form, with minor nicks to handle and blade edge, and light encrustations, otherwise intact and very good. Light earthen deposits and fine patina throughout.

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