Latin American Collectibles

MAYAN "AIRCRAFT" scale replica Pre-Columbian artefact kept on display at the Museo Del Oro in Bogota, Columbia, quartzite-limestone, 3.25 x 4.25 inches (11 x 9 cm) antique gold finish, with description. Bearing uncanny resemblance to modern aircraft, these oddly-shaped artefacts have been found in tombs across central America and turn up in South American museums as far afield as Columbia and Mexico. Fashioned in solid gold by the Chibchas, a pre-Incan Mayan-style culture who thrived around the time of Christ, they were worn as amulets, used to decorate sacred trees and placed in tombs to assist the soul on its journey. They are estimated to be around 1800 years old and so far researchers have found 33 similar items in the territories of Columbia, Peru, Costa Rica and Venezuela.

MUSHROOM STONE Guatamala 1000 BC - 500 AD ancient replica Stone statue, quartzite-limestone, 15 cm ( 6") x 7 cm (3"), dark gold finish, felt base, with description. Reproduction of a Pre-Classic Mayan Mushroom Stone recovered from a Mayan tomb at the archaeological site of Kaminaljuyu in the Guatemala Highlands and now kept in Guatemala City Museum. Demonstrating considerable antiquity, Mushroom Stones were central to sacred mushroom rituals of ancient Mesoamerica. Having powerful associations with the mythic "Lords of Light," it is generally believed they were used to grind sun-dried hallucinatory mushrooms in the preparation of a ritual mushroom beverage. BACKGROUND Surviving well beyond the Colonial Era, the mushroom ritual is known to have been a regular part of ancient Mayan and Aztec spiritual practice.

The whistle produces a terrible sound similar to human scream, it is said to affect the consciousness of the mind. tall by 2 3/8 in. long by 1 5/8 in.

With this support, Juan went beyond copying pre-Hispanic pottery to modernizing the designs and forms. This collection was kept intact and eventually donated in its entirety to the San Diego Museum of Man in 1997.

Many color birds is the motif. Appears as a hall runner as the width is 27".

To the bowl. Quauhtemoc was the last Aztec emperor, who was captured, tortured and hanged by Hernan Cortes. L: 4 1/2in/11.2cm; W: 13g/0.42 troy oz.

Unique old VINTAGE Mexican dance mask with a great old patina and even whiskers on the side of it's mouth. Looks to be a wolf or coyote ? which makes it a bit different than the often found jaguar masks. Made of what looks to be cottonwood it has a very graphic "presence" when hung and it has NO RESERVE !.

Jade was the Mayans most commonly traded item. The Mayan elite commonly presented jade jewelry as gifts. It was used by religious leaders and healers. There are two types of Jade, they are Nephrite and Jadeite.

Original Colombian Artifact Gold Copper Tairona Tumbaga - Very old r are pitted Shaman - possible Pre-columbian. (copper gold alloy) since June 2003. This item is 9 ”tall and a weight of 433 grams. This item was acquired from a collector in northern Colombia.

This is a communication tool, a "bullroarer". I suggest you look for "Bullroarer" on Youtube to get a precise idea. AMAZON BULLROARER, 60s.

Large stunning beautifully detailed hand wrought brass wall hanging with the stylized profile of a beautiful woman deep in thought. Signed on the back.

Style: Modernist. Features: Scalloped, Silver, Copper, Brass.

Lladro Gres Desiree With Jug. #12146 Collectible Condition. A Base is Included At Full Price.

ENRIQUE ZAVALA. Bronze Box With Brass Birds Trim And Handles. ~TREASURE CHEST~TRINKET BOX~. This Treasure Has Been Personalized. BRONZE & BRASS. FREE Trial!

Large original Colombian Gold Copper Quimbaya Tumbaga -Rare - Squatting Woman. (copper gold alloy) since June 2003. Enlarge the pictures and note the fine details.

Original Colombian Gold Copper Tumbaga Quimbaya urns -Rare - Sitting Shamans - sold as a pair only. (copper gold alloy) since June 2003. Enlarge the pictures and note the fine details.

Original Colombian Gold Copper Tairona Tumbaga -Rare - Canoe with Fisherman and fish. (copper gold alloy) since June 2003. Enlarge the pictures and note the fine details.

Wallace, Idaho | Silver Capitol of the World | Vintage 1oz Silver Round.

You are looking at a custom made Macuahuitl. You chose the following The blades are obsidian and can either be sharp or dull. -The blade type. -The size of the blades, we have two types.

In GREAT condition. May have slight wear from use. Sold as is. 55.50" x 30.50".

(copper gold alloy) since June 2003. Enlarge the pictures and note the fine details.

This is an authentic 12” x 8 1/2” big and solid human or zoomorphic possum effigy pottery or pot. This relic type is estimated to be 2,000 - 500 years old.

Period & Style: Art Deco Period Frank Art Era Style. Choose to be stylish because it makes life simply marvelous! Size: Senor is 13" Tall x 6" wide elbow to elbow and Senorita is 12" Tall x 6" wide across the bell of her dress.

Th century silver Candle Stick. Ready for a late night stroll through the house. No maker or assay mark. 416 grams. The stick is slightly angled from the base towards the handle. Unclear whether this was original from the construction or simply from centuries of use.

Th century silver Candle Sticks. Ready for a late night stroll through the house. No maker or assay mark. 424 grams total weight. One stick is slightly angled from the base towards the handle. Unclear whether this was original from the construction or simply from centuries of use.

Th century silver Candle Holder. Ready for a late night stroll through the house. No maker or assay mark. 226 grams. The stick is slightly angled from the base towards the thumb hold. Unclear whether this was an intended design or simply from centuries of use.

The actual ceramic girl is 12 1/4" tall by 7". The exquisite ceramic girl is mounted on leather/suede cloth. The artist may have signed the piece but unless you remove the ceramic from the leather piece, I cannot confirm a signature.

Very well done and professional -- lots of action! Incised signature lower left: Sanchez.

A very old copper/brass box with a wood liner and exceptional very detailed scene of what looks to be a giant agave cactus? and a man carrying a large load as he walks by. The rest of the box is inlayed with very iridescent pieces of abalone which adds color, shine, and lots of overall appeal. A nice piece to use, display, or keep for a fine gift and it has NO RESERVE !.

Th century silver Candle Stick. Ready for a late night stroll through the house. No maker or assay mark. 298 grams. The stick is slightly angled from the base towards the left. Unclear whether this was original from the construction or simply from centuries of use.

This piece is intended to look like a book with a top cover that opens to hold a sacred family heirloom. We are human and do occasionally make errors, so we will make every effort to fix them. If you don't see it, ask us.

In GREAT condition. May have slight wear from light use. Sold as is.

THESE PIECES ARE HEAVY AND THICK. THESE ARE ART PIECES, NOT JUST SERVERS. MANY PEOPLE BUY THEM AND NEVER USE THEM, JUST LAY THEM OUT FOR ART. YOU CAN SEE HOW LARGE THEY ARE IN THE PICTURE I HAVE OF THEM NEXT TO A STANDARD LARGE DINNER FORK.

When dampened it gives off an odor of old clay. Good condition,(see pics).