Description:

This playful pair is particularly rich for its symbolism. The crab effigy stamp or bottle stopper represents the great subterranean sea, home to aquatic creatures like this crustacean that to the indigenous signified the underworld of the Pre-Columbian cosmos. The bat was also an archetypal creature of the underworld in Pre-Columbian societies. This example with his menacing expression and characteristic wing silhouette represents the dark realm beneath the earth. Perforations on its backside make the piece a handsome pendant. 3D Bat Pendant is 3.25"x3"x2"deep, crab effigy is4"x2.5", possibly was a stamp or the top to a container?. Ecuador, C. 500AD. Both are well detailed and fun effigy figures. Excellent condition and with mineral deposits and trails. Provenance: Ex New World Artifacts, San Diego All items in this auction have been legally acquired, are legal to sell, and guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winningbids.The starting price is the lowest price at which the lot can sell.

  • Condition: Excellent intact condition. Minor yellow paint enhancement to Bat pendant, otherwise perfect and with ample mineral deposits and trails present.

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$0 $299 $25
$300 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $19,999 $1,000
$20,000 $49,999 $2,000
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $199,999 $10,000
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