Deity Face Pendant, 7th–8th century, Guatemala or Mexico, Mesoamerica, Maya, Jadeite/omphacite, iron ochre, H. 2 1/4 in. (

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Deity Face Pendant, 7th–8th century, Guatemala or Mexico, Mesoamerica, Maya, Jadeite/omphacite, iron ochre, H. 2 1/4 in. ( cm), Stone-Ornaments, This apple-green jade ornament represents the avian face of Ux Yop Hu’n (“Three Leaves Paper” or “Three-Leaf-Paper”) a complex supernatural being that personified the paper headband worn by ancient Maya rulers

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Size: 3900px × 5200px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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