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Pendant
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Pendant

Artist/Maker Maya (archaeological culture) Mesoamerica
Dateca. 600-900
CultureMaya
Mediumjade
DimensionsOverall: 1 3/4 x 7/8 x 5/8 in. (4.4 x 2.2 x 1.6 cm)
ClassificationsCostumes and Accessories
Credit LineGift of Enrico Varisco in memory of Roberto Varisco
Terms
    Object number2003.63.4
    On View
    Not on view
    Collections
    • Art of the Ancient Americas
    DescriptionThe tall, tonsured hair of this figure suggests the young, handsome Maize Deity. Jade pendants are common at Maya archaeological sites and were probably worn by a large percentage of the ancient population.
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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