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Plaque with Seated Dignitary

600–900

Mesoamerica, Maya Culture

Medium
jadeite
Measurements

Weight: 360 g (12.7 oz.)
Credit Line
Private Collection 2.2016
Copyright
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Location
233 Mesoamerican and Intermediate Region
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Description

Jade ornaments were important to Maya elite regalia. Indeed, the small, brilliant-green pendant depicts a seated male dignitary wearing such ornaments.
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Plaque with Seated Dignitary

600–900

Mesoamerica, Maya Culture

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