A large Tairona Quartzite Bead pendant, ca. 500 CE 6647163_xl are cast in the form

are cast in the form of striding horses

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Cinched Waist

it’s both lightweight and breathable to keep you cool

bull figurines may have been considered appropriate because the animal itself was the quintessential animal of sacrifice

A large Tairona Quartzite Bead pendant, ca. 500 CE 6647163_xl are cast in the formA beautiful barrel shaped bead hand carved from translucent white quartz, a hole drilled longitudinally for suspension. Dimensions: Bead length: 2. 8 cm (1. 1 inches). Strung on a 16 inch silver chain Condition: Intact and in excellent condition overall. Provenance: Private Florida collection, acquired early 1970s.