A Sinu Double-Headed Eagle Gold Pectoral... (Total: 2 )

Description

A Sinu Double-Headed Eagle Gold Pectoral
Colombia, c. 500-1000 AD

A large and stately gold alloy (tumbaga) pendant in form of a two-headed eagle with spread wings and tail. Delicate braiding wraps around their necks and spans the upper part of the tail. In good condition aside from repair to a break in the neck of the proper left head.

Provenance:
A Private Collection, New York, NY, acquired in 1990
Merrin Gallery, New York, NY

Width: 5 ¼ inches

More Information: XRF reports 20 karat gold content. Weight: 278 grams


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