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Miniature metate, a stone tool used for grinding grain and seeds. In traditional Mesoamerican culture, metates were typically used by women who ground corn and other organic materials during food preparation.

Good preservation condition, as shown in the photo.

Dimensions: 5x20x2 cm
Weight: 1 kg

Decorative ornament that can be used as a resting object. Practical as a pocket-emptier, or for placing jewelry.

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Modellino di metate, strumento di pietra utilizzato per la lavorazione del grano e dei semi. Nella cultura tradizionale mesoamericana, le metate erano tipicamente usate dalle donne che macinavano il mais e altri materiali organici durante la preparazione del cibo.

Condizioni di conservazione buone, stato come da foto.

Misure 5x20x2 cm
Peso 1 kg

Ornamento decorativo che può essere usato come oggetto da appoggio. Pratico come uno svuota-tasche, o per appoggiare gioielli.

Imballaggio accurato, spedizione tracciata e assicurata tramite corriere.

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Decorative ornament - South America - Metate

Stone - Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes  - Height: 5 cm

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Antique metate in grey stone from South America, 5 x 20 x 2 cm and about 1 kg, dating to 1850–1900, in good used condition with signs of age and stains, suitable as a decorative display piece or a practical tray for resting items such as jewellery.

Decorative ornament - South America - Metate

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Antique metate in grey stone from South America, 5 x 20 x 2 cm and about 1 kg, dating to 1850–1900, in good used condition with signs of age and stains, suitable as a decorative display piece or a practical tray for resting items such as jewellery.

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