Taino Culture 10th to 15th Century AD Stone Phallic-shaped jadeite scepter. - 26.5 cm
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Taino culture jadeite phallic scepter, 26.5 cm high, dating to the 10th–15th century AD, in excellent condition and authentic, acquired in 2025 from Casa de subastas in Germany from a private collection with a Dutch export permit.
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Taino Jadeite Phallic Scepter – 10th to 15th Century AD
A finely carved Taino ceremonial scepter fashioned from jadeite in the form of a phallus, originating from the Dominican Republic and dating to the 10th to 15th Century AD. The elongated body displays a smooth, carefully worked surface with natural stone veining and areas of mineral concretions, consistent with prolonged burial. The upper section is modeled with pronounced anatomical features, while the lower part terminates in a rounded end. The surface preserves an aged archaeological appearance with earthy deposits and encrustations.
Material: Jadeite
Dimensions: 26.5 cm height
Provenance: Acquired in Germany at an Auction House. Previously owned by a German gentleman, acquired in the 1980s, then by his descendants. With Dutch Export Permit.
We guarantee the authenticity of the pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years. A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email.
This item has been legally acquired under European Law.
Taino Jadeite Phallic Scepter – 10th to 15th Century AD
A finely carved Taino ceremonial scepter fashioned from jadeite in the form of a phallus, originating from the Dominican Republic and dating to the 10th to 15th Century AD. The elongated body displays a smooth, carefully worked surface with natural stone veining and areas of mineral concretions, consistent with prolonged burial. The upper section is modeled with pronounced anatomical features, while the lower part terminates in a rounded end. The surface preserves an aged archaeological appearance with earthy deposits and encrustations.
Material: Jadeite
Dimensions: 26.5 cm height
Provenance: Acquired in Germany at an Auction House. Previously owned by a German gentleman, acquired in the 1980s, then by his descendants. With Dutch Export Permit.
We guarantee the authenticity of the pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years. A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email.
This item has been legally acquired under European Law.
Details
Culture
Taino Culture 10th to 15th Century AD
Century/timeframe
10th to 15th Century AD
Name of object
Phallic-shaped jadeite scepter.
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
Stone
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
26.5 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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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