A Maya Greenstone Snake head Pendant, ca. 500 - 800 CE

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This stylized greenstone jade head has a very modern look with a triangular head, a lightly incised grid pattern on the underside to represent scales, and the drilled suspension ho les at the top of the head emulating eyes. Medium: Greenstone Dimensions: Pendant length: 7/8 inch (2.2 cm). Strung on a 16-inch black cord necklace with 14K gold terminals.Condition: Minor surface abrasions that do not detract, otherwise intact and in excellent condition. Provenance: Private Long Island, New York collection, previously in the private collection of Nancy and John Hyde Devoe, New York City and New Jersey, acquired in the 1950s - 1970s. Show more