Mayan Mayan earspool - 43 mm
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Mayan earspool from the Classic Mayan period (500–800 AD), diameter 43 mm with dimensions 55 x 43 mm, in very good condition and authentic/original, acquired in 2000 from Belgium from a private collection with a previous owner from Belgium in 1980, no restorations.
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Description from the seller
Mayan earspools (earflares) were large, often tubular, ornamental plugs made of jade, shell, or ceramic worn by elites through heavily stretched, pierced earlobes. They functioned as symbols of high status, often featuring intricate frontals and secured with backings, beaded counterweights, or L-shaped plugs.
Meso-American region.
Diameter 43 mm
No restorations.
Each sold lot will be provided with a certificate of authenticity.
The seller can demonstrate that the lot was obtained legally.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
He will ensure that all permits that may be required for the shipment of this lot are arranged.
If this takes more than a few days, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Mayan earspools (earflares) were large, often tubular, ornamental plugs made of jade, shell, or ceramic worn by elites through heavily stretched, pierced earlobes. They functioned as symbols of high status, often featuring intricate frontals and secured with backings, beaded counterweights, or L-shaped plugs.
Meso-American region.
Diameter 43 mm
No restorations.
Each sold lot will be provided with a certificate of authenticity.
The seller can demonstrate that the lot was obtained legally.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
He will ensure that all permits that may be required for the shipment of this lot are arranged.
If this takes more than a few days, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Details
Culture
Mayan
Century/timeframe
500 - 800 AD, Classic Mayan
Name of object
Mayan earspool
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
43 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Width
55 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
