Placa de jade
“Leiden” Plate

USD $ 1,049.00

Dating from the early Maya Classic period, approximately 320 A.D. The intricate engravings on this plate are an extraordinary example of Mayan art and proof of the excellence of their craftsmanship.
It must have been part of a governor’s belt, like the one worn by the figure shown on the front side of the piece who, judging by his clothes and the staff of the two-headed snake he is carrying, represents a Mayan king. At his feet, prostrate, a victim destined to be sacrificed during the crowning ceremony.
The hieroglyphs on the backside refer to Tikal and indicate the date of the king’s coronation. A Magnificent piece, today housed in the Rijksmuseum Volkenkunde, Leiden, Holland.

The dimensions of the piece are:

Width: 8.5 cms; Height: 22 cms; and Depth: 1 cm.

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Description

  • Material: Guatemalan Jadeite Jade
  • Artisan made, handmade with love.
  • 100% Guatemalan
  • Natural Jadeite jade certified by the GIA (Gemological Institute of America) or by the Department of Mining of Guatemala.
  • All our pieces go through a strict quality control. However, due to being handmade, please allow small differences in shades of jade color and measurements.
  • All our archeological reproductions are made using all the information available to be as close as possible to the original.
  • We have the permission of the Guatemalan Ministry of Culture to elaborate these reproductions, all our pieces are marked so there are no problems with them in transit.
  • The delivery time for these pieces is a little longer because we have to register the exportation with the Government and get a permit to leave the country.
  • Over 40 years of experience elaborating jadeite jade Mesoamerican reproductions.
  • 1 year manufacturing defect warranty
  • Perfect for a lover of Mesoamerican cultures and a collector.

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