Certified Pre Columbian Lambayeque Silver Bridge Vessel 750AD-1370AD

Description: Certified Pre Columbian Lambayeque Silver Bridge Stirrup Vessel Artifact Info: Pre-Columbian, north coast of Peru, Sican / Lambayeque culture, 750AD-1370AD. A silver, twin-spouted bridged stirrup vessel, consisting of precious ancient silver and copper alloy. This is a rare artifact that is over 600 years old.Metalwork was a Lambayeque specialty, much of it was made at the site of Batan Grande, with a tradition that lasted roughly 600 years.This shape is seen quite often in ceramics, but this silver miniature would have been used in a ceremonial context, or perhaps as funerary gifts.Size 4.95 inches x 3.7 inches ; Total weight: 54.7 grams MaterialAncient silver and ancient copper alloy ProvenanceGallery Acquisition, ex Sneed collection. Gallery COA included withyour purchase, appraisal included with your purchase. View Appraisal picture provided: $800-$1200 auction value. Condition: Small piece missing from top of one spout; otherwise very nice form, with areas of heavily encrusted patina, mainly on one side and the base due to copper alloy. Earthen deposits, patina, nicks, scratches commensurate with age. AppraisalPlease view all high definition pictures and video for exact details of this item. Additional Info/Archaeological Documentation:Artifacts such as this are documented in archaeological studies and also appears in the published book, "Peru: Kingdoms of the Sun and the Moon" (picture provided). Item is legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, Chapter 14. ShippingInsured, Signature Required for Delivery to protect your purchase. Thanks for looking.

Price: 395 USD

Location: Georgetown, Texas

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