![Two Pre-Columbian Ligneous Funeral Death Masks: Two pre-Columbian ligneous jade and stone mosaic funeral masks. Grouping includes the book "The Ancient Sun Kingdoms of the Americas". 7in tall x 7-1/2in wide. | Philadelphia Metro area delivery, NYC](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/881/333491/180081763_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718400481)
Pre-Columbian Jade
![Two Pre-Columbian Ligneous Funeral Death Masks: Two pre-Columbian ligneous jade and stone mosaic funeral masks. Grouping includes the book "The Ancient Sun Kingdoms of the Americas". 7in tall x 7-1/2in wide. | Philadelphia Metro area delivery, NYC](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/881/333491/180081763_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718400481)
![Huge Ancient Costa Rican Jade Avian Axe God Pendant: Pre-Columbian, Costa Rica, Guanacaste-Nicoya, ca. 250 to 800 CE. Finely carved and string cut from seafoam and forest green omphacite jade, an axe god celt presenting an avian visage with another bird](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1103/333176/179974489_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718311641)
![Pre-Columbian Jade Figure: One Pre-Columbian jade figure in squatting pose, with one bird in hand and other bird on its head. Approx. 3.0-1.8-5.0 inches. The Estate of the Pasadena, CA, 2001.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4875/331884/179034602_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717526682)
![Pre-Columbian Form Jade Carving: One collectible Pre-Columbian form jade carving, in form of a archaistic figure with one hand holding the chest. Approx.3.0-1.1-1.2 inches.](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4875/331884/179034603_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1717526682)
![Pre-Columbian Mosaic Maskette, Stoetzer INC. COA: Pre-Columbian, Mayan 700-900 CE. Jade stone maskette with custom stand, beautifully restored in a clear matrix by Stoetzer INC, Fine art. Maya jade mosaics are exquisite works of art created by the a](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4859/333873/180406080_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718764212)
![Costa Rican Jade Pendant - Abstract Avian w/ Lizard: Pre-Columbian, Central America, Costa Rica, Guanacaste-Nicoya region, ca. 250 to 800 CE. An incredible celt pendant of tall and slender form that is hand-carved from mottled sage-hued jade with light-](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1103/333176/180433303_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718834826)
![2 1/8" x 5/8" Pre-Columbian Jade Bead, found in South America: 2 1/8" x 5/8" Pre-Columbian Jade Bead, found in South America](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5473/333358/179997343_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718321325)
![1.3/8" Jade Bead, Pre-Columbian, Found in South America: 1.3/8" Jade Bead, Pre-Columbian, Found in South America](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/5473/333358/179997383_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718321325)
![Ancient Egyptian Incised Ritual Stone Vessel: Ancient Egyptian Incised Ritual Stone Vessel](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180629157_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719151507)
![Ancient Mesopotamian Linear Motif Carved Pillar Shaped Stone Weight, ca. 3000-2000 BCE: This artifact is an ancient Mesopotamian stone weight, carved in a pillar shape with intricate linear motifs. Dating back to approximately 3000-2000 BCE, it reflects the sophisticated craftsmanship of](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180630420_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719160069)
![Rare Costa Rican Openwork Animal Plaque, 150-700 CE: Central America, Costa Rica 150-700 CE, rare pre-Columbian openwork jade plaque of a pictorial image of an animal with split tail and back turned head. The stone is carved a variegated medium jade and](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/4859/333873/180406114_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718764212)
![Ancient Native Mediterranean Decorated Terracotta Pottery Bowl, 1st Millennium BCE: This ancient terracotta bowl, with its intricate decorations and characteristic Mediterranean style, likely dates to the 1st Millennium BCE. This time frame aligns with the use of such pottery in the](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180630204_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719159787)
![Ancient Mesopotamian Sumerian (Old Babylonian) Cylinder Seal, circa 2000-1600 BC: Ancient Mesopotamian Sumerian (Old Babylonian) Cylinder Seal, circa 2000-1600 BC](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180630486_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719162439)
![Ancient Medieval Period Bronze Belt Buckle, ca. 12th - 15th Century: This artifact is an ancient bronze belt buckle from the medieval period, showcasing the craftsmanship of the era. The buckle features a robust design, indicative of the utilitarian and decorative purp](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180634740_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719176243)
![Ancient Roman Copper Alloy Bronze Buckle Pin, ca. 1st-3rd Century AD: Ancient Roman Copper Alloy Bronze Buckle Pin, ca. 1st-3rd Century AD](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180636465_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719183787)
![Ancient Hallstatt Culture Celtic Bronze Bracelet Armlet, Late Bronze Age, ca. 1200-500 BCE: Ancient Hallstatt Culture Celtic Bronze Bracelet Armlet, Late Bronze Age, ca. 1200-500 BCE](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180634741_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719176611)
![Ancient Bactrian Margiana Carved Limestone Idol Head, ca. 3rd-2nd Century BCE: Ancient Bactrian Margiana Carved Limestone Idol Head, ca. 3rd-2nd Century BCE](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180630473_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719161174)
![Ancient Luristan (Iran) Iron Age Bronze Pin with Spherical Head, early 1st millennium BCE: Ancient Luristan (Iran) Iron Age Bronze Pin with Spherical Head, early 1st millennium BCE](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180629240_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719152407)
![Ancient Western Iran Luristan Iron Age Bronze Pin or Tool, ca. 8th-7th century BCE: Ancient Western Iran Luristan Iron Age Bronze Pin or Tool, ca. 8th-7th century BCE](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180629238_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719151908)
![Two Ancient Roman Period Iron Arrowheads, 1st-3rd Century CE: Two Ancient Roman Period Iron Arrowheads, 1st-3rd Century CE](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180636466_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719183904)
![Ancient Bactrian Margiana Steatite Chlorite Idol Statuette, ca. 3rd-2nd Century BCE: Ancient Bactrian Margiana chlorite idol statuette, a remarkable artifact from the Bactrian-Margiana Archaeological Complex (BMAC), dating back to the late 3rd to early 2nd millennia BCE. This idol, ca](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180636464_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719183450)
![Ancient Bactrian Margiana Steatite Chlorite Idol Statuette, ca. 3rd-2nd Century BCE: Ancient Bactrian Margiana chlorite idol statuette, a remarkable artifact from the Bactrian-Margiana Archaeological Complex (BMAC), dating back to the late 3rd to early 2nd millennia BCE. This idol, ca](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180636463_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719183366)
![Ancient Greco-Bactrian Chlorite Schist Vessel Bottle, 1st - 2nd Century AD: Ancient Greco-Bactrian Chlorite Schist Vessel Bottle, 1st - 2nd Century AD](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180635895_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719181810)
![Ancient Bactrian Weight in the Form of a Lion, Circa 2nd Century BC: This remarkable weight, intricately carved in the form of a lion, hails from the ancient Bactrian civilization, circa 2nd century BC. The lion, symbolizing strength and power, is meticulously crafted,](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180635887_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1719180533)
News about Pre-Columbian Jade
![Chinese jade galleon, abstract artworks sailed to success at Roland](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Jade-Chinese-Large-Model-of-a-Galleon.-An-impressive-three-masted-vessel.-Sold-for-3125..jpg)
Chinese jade galleon, abstract artworks sailed to success at Roland
GLEN COVE, N.Y. – Roland Auctions NY enjoyed a successful June 2-3 Multi-Estates sale, which featured Contemporary and fine art as well as a huge selection of decorative arts, gold and silver jewelry, 20th-century Modern, antique and vintage furniture, textiles, rugs, collectibles, Asian art, silver and lighting. Absentee and Internet live bidding was facilitated by LiveAuctioneers.
![Porcelain, jade and more in Hindman’s Asian Decorative Art sale closing Mar. 31](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Screenshot-2023-03-24-at-2.22.56-PM-1.png)
Porcelain, jade and more in Hindman’s Asian Decorative Art sale closing Mar. 31
CHICAGO – On Friday, March 31, starting at 10 am Central time, Hindman will present a sale of Asian Decorative Art, featuring more than 400 lots of porcelain, jade, metalwork and stone sculpture. The timed-closing online sale highlights selections from the estate of Richard S. Ravenal of Livingston Manor, New York, as well as offerings from […]
![Olmec jade maskette set to turn heads at Hindman, July 13](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Lot-4_An-Olmec-Jade-Maskette-1.jpg)
Olmec jade maskette set to turn heads at Hindman, July 13
CHICAGO – It’s easy to forget that everything we consider ancient today was once contemporary. Hindman Auctions’ Ethnographic & Tribal Art sale, scheduled for Wednesday, July 13, will spotlight objects from around the world that were made for trade or served utilitarian purposes. This 300-lot online auction offers objects from Pre-Columbian, African and Oceanic cultures, spanning […]
![Jade jewelry: green is keen, and white is a delight](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/image-10.jpg)
Jade jewelry: green is keen, and white is a delight
NEW YORK — Jade is having a bit of a moment, which is a pleasant surprise. Until recently, the gemstone was thought of as too traditional, strictly belonging to Grandmother’s or Auntie’s generation. Today, Instagram is filled with photos of young women flaunting their prized jade jewelry, and desirable pieces are bringing strong prices at […]