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Inlay Mayan / Aztec Mosaic Burial Death Mask. Obsidian. Other Minerals. Mexico

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A beautiful Mexican mask, fully constructed from the minerals found in Mexico such as Onyx, Jasper, Abalone, mother of Pearl, Turquoise, Obsidian and quartz types. The front is highly polished and with various minerals intact . . . and in beautiful condition. The Aztecs made masks… Continue reading →

Item Number: M-9775
Provenance/Origin: Mexico. Circa late 1900s - early 2000s
Composition: Minerals: obsidian and others
Dimensions: 8" tall x 6" at widest x 3.5" deep
Weight: 1.75 pounds
Price: $ 76.00 USD

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