Description:

Southeastern, US, ca. 500 to 1000 CE. The indigenous Mississippians had no writing system or stone architecture; however they were gifted earthwork builders and craftsmen. These Native Americans built grand pyramid or platform shaped earthwork mounds and created exquisite ceremonial offerings. This finely crafted, rare double-sided slate celt is an offering that would have merited a highly respected Mississippian priest. 14 1/4"L x 1 3/4"W x 1 1/4"D Provenance, Trento Collection, Colorado. Comes with documentation from Breckenridge Laboratory attesting to its age. 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 winning bids, papered by our parent company, Artemis Gallery Ancient Art. The starting price is the lowest price at which the lot can sell.

  • Condition: Pristine, choice condition!

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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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