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Pre-Columbian Mezcala Carved Stone Frog Effigy

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Pre-Columbian Mezcala Carved Stone Frog Effigy

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Description

Mexican Pre-Columbian carved stone frog. Mezcala Culture (200 BC - 650 AD). Guerrero, Mexico.

Mottled brown and black hardstone, carved with rounded stylized features, coffee bean eyes. Old smooth patina to surfaces.

LENGTH: 3 1/4" (8.4 cm)

PROVENANCE: New York City collection.

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Condition

Good condition with old wear and patina.

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Pre-Columbian Mezcala Carved Stone Frog Effigy

Name: Pre-Columbian Mezcala Carved Stone Frog Effigy
SKU: 176697945
Price: 190 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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