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What a very cool piece of ancient art and weaponry... in miniature! Moche, north-coastal Peru, ca 200 to 500 AD. Cast copper finial in the form of a human head. Reminiscent and stylistically very similar to the large copper masks found in Moche tombs, with large ears and well-cast features, top of head concave to accept end of spear, tang of tapered square form. Custom stand. Head is 1/2"H, entire piece is 1-1/4"D, intact and excellent. Category:Moche Material:Copper Dimensions:Head is 1/2"H Condition:Intact
Antiquities
Ancient South America
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