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Huge Olmec Jade Celt

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Pre-Columbian, Southern Mexico to Guatemala, Olmec, ca. 1150-550 BCE. The Olmecs exhibited an extraordinary command of this extremely difficult to carve medium. Olmec jade objects such as this trapezoidal celt/axe form are unparalleled for the blue-green hues and natural veining in the stone as well as their remarkably symmetrically balanced form, and elegant surface finish. This ceremonial celt, being of rare quality and exceptional size, is no exception! 9"L

Provenance: Ex-Adeon Gallery Chicago, IL, acquired prior to 1970

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Intact and exceedingly fine!

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Huge Olmec Jade Celt

Name: Huge Olmec Jade Celt
SKU: 30850506
Price: 2750 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $4,000 - $6,000

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