Antique Pre-Columbian Mesoamerican Aztec Stone Dagger Carved With Quetzalcoatl
$2,500.00
Or Best OfferAntique Pre-Columbian, Mesoamerican, Aztec stone dagger with a massive, pointed, cone-shaped blade, 15th-16th century AD.
The blade is extended to a finely carved hilt, which depicts the Mesoamerican deity "Quetzalcoatl" in the form of a feathered serpent seated on a throne.
This dagger was primarily designed for stabbing, and its massive blade makes it a deadly weapon.
Stone blades of various types and sizes, including projectile points, hand axes, scrapers, chisels, and other tools, have been produced in the Americas since the arrival of humans.
CONDITION: It shows age and use, with a lovely old patina and earthly encrustation.
DIMENSIONS:
Length: 30 cm (11.81 inches).
Width in the widest point: 4.8 cm (1.89 inches).
Weight: 734 grams (1 pound and 9.93 ounces)
PROVENANCE: Ex-Canadian private collection.
The buyer will be provided with a certificate of authenticity.
