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Moche gold nose decoration
Moche gold nose decoration
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Description
A Moche gold nose decoration, Peru, c. AD 400 - 600, formed from sheet gold and twisted wire, chrysocolla beads within a central U-shaped recess, the head of a bird to either side decorated in repoussé, each with bell-shaped dangles, a gold bead above and below and a chrysocolla bead at the bottom. 1 ¾ in x 1 ½ in (4.4 x 3.8 cm). A very attractive piece! Ex Midwest private collection.
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Moche gold nose decoration

Estimate $3,000 - $3,500
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Starting Price $1,500
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