Certified PreColumbian Silver Ear Spools *Matching Set*, Peru 1100AD-1400AD

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Certified PreColumbian Chimu Silver Ear Spools *Matching Set*, PERU 1100-1400AD
Item is legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, Chapter 14.
Artifact Info: PreColumbian, South Coast Peru, Chimu, 1100AD-1400AD. A matching pair of silver ear spools (ear ornaments) made from high-grade (92-94%) ancient silver, depicting birds. By wearing these highly valuable ear spools in ancient times, their owner would have connected themselves to the power of their avian forms; possibly worn by royalty or a high status individual due to the artifacts being made of precious metal.
Details: The front of each spool consists of an open work applique depicting a pair of flying birds surrounded by a border of raised stippling (beading). ​Each applique is applied to the top of a closed cylindrical body which could be worn and secured with the raised back rim. The silver is thin and the artistic work is stunning. The Chimu culture were expert m
etallurgists
(highly skilled working with gold, silver and copper). Chimu ear spools were an indicator of high social class.
A matched set of PreColumbian ear spools, ancient silver, Chimu, 1100AD-1400AD.
Size: One is slightly larger than the other, however, each approximately 1.6 inches Diameter; total weight: 19.2 grams.​ Custom display stand included with your purchase as a courtesy, size on stand is 5.1 inches H.
Condition: Slight bending to overall forms, with minor nicks, cracks and abrasions to rims, birds, and bodies, and light encrustations within some recessed areas, otherwise intact and excellent. Great patina throughout, condition commensurate with age.
Gallery Acquisition,1950's collection. COA included with your purchase.
Museum quality.
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