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Pendant

pendant, probably representing a jaguar; cast by the lost wax method, showing part of the clay and charcoal core; this pendant was discovered at Venada Beach, an ancient burial site at Howard Air Field in the Canal Zone; this site has revealed a culture similar to the Coole people over 100 miles north and a strong link with South American metal artistry

Date
9th-12th century
In our collection
since March the 1st, 2017 up to now
Dimensions
3 5/8 in. (9.21 cm) (H.)
Location
Not on View
Medium
Gold
Price
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Composition
oxygen93%
copper6%
iron0%
zinc1%