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Pre Columbian Gold and Jade Nicoya Peninsula Pendant Necklace

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  • COSTA Rica Jade Avian Axe God Celt Pendant Pre Columbian, 500 Ad-1500 Ad
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    Fine Costa Rican Jade Axe God, Guanacaste-Nicoya region, circa. A.D. 1-1500. Of a celt form depicting the mythical part human- part avian bird figure, with cir...
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  • Costa Rica Jade Avian Axe God Celt Pendant Pre Columbian, 500 AD-1500 AD
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    Fine Costa Rican Jade Axe God, Guanacaste-Nicoya region, ca. A.D. 1-1500 Of celt form depicting the mythical part human- part avian figure, with circular eyes...
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