For the bird lovers out there! Set of 4 lime spoons from the Chimu culture of northern Peru, ca 1000 to 1400 AD. All copper, each representing a different type of bird - hummingbird, parrot, pelican and wren, each terminating with small spoon used to inhale lime powder (a type of early snuff). Sizes range between 3" to 3-1/2", each in near-choice condition. Custom mount. Category:Chimu Material:Copper Dimensions:3" to 3-1/2" Condition:Choice
Antiquities Ancient South America
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