Fine Arms, Armour, Ethnographic & Asian
By Scollard Auctions
Nov 29, 2023
Brea, California, United States
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LOT 258:

Maya Apple-Green Jade Ring, 14k Gold Band


Start price:
$ 1,800
Estimated price :
$3,000 - $5,000
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sales tax: 7.75% On the full lot's price and commission
Auction took place on Nov 29, 2023 at Scollard Auctions
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Maya Apple-Green Jade Ring, 14k Gold Band
Pre-Columbian, Maya territories, probably Guatemala Maya Classic period 250-900 CE. Maya stone apple green imperial jade miniature maskette. Drilled to the corners and base for suspension on a necklace as a primary pendant with suspension of another artifact below. The ring itself 14k gold with eight diamonds in sets of two around each corner. Size of pendant 1 1/8" H, ring US size 9

ex-personal collection from of a former archeologist and collector circa 1960's and later, now deceased.
Condition: Wear commensurate with age and use.