Beautiful double strand oxidized silver necklace with pre-Columbian spindle whorls from Manteno culture made circa 800-1500 AD in Ecuador. Pottery Beads are displaying abstract zoomorphic forms. In recessed areas white pigment has been applied to emphasize the uniqueness of each pattern. It's one of a kind unique and wearable jewelry. Size: necklace length - 464 mm (spindle whorls - up to 20 mm). Excellent Condition - beads are intact with well-preserved patterns. CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) Beads are guaranteed to be authentic ornaments from the period stated. Necklace is accompanied by a professional hand-signed Certificate of Authenticity with all information about the object, its photos and unique number. Document is providing the owner of this item its lifetime authenticity warranty. PROVENANCE INFORMATION: (invoice seen by Catawiki) Purchased by the current owner from the luxury American gallery specializing in sale of Pre-Columbian ancient art. Previous ownership history: - Private Boulder, Colorado, USA collection (collected in the 60's) - Ancient art Artemis Gallery Louisville, Colorado, USA collection