Incised Armband
Artist
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CulturePre-Columbian | Veracruz
DatePost Classic Period
MediumConch shell
DimensionsOverall: 5 1/2 in. (14 cm)
Credit LineGift of Jack Tanzer
Object number76.23.24
Not on view
DescriptionConch shell armband. Huaxtec incised figure with bird on head. Figure probably Quetzlcoatl (feathered serpent culture hero, probably originated with Huaxteca). Object of inter-tribal trade.Label TextIncised Armband Huaxtec, Veracruz, Mexico Post Classic Period Conch shell Gift of Jack Tanzer Approved By: LBF Approval Date: 10/23/2006
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