PRE-COLUMBIAN COLIMA OBSIDIAN “MAHOGANY” CRESCENT, WEST MEXICO, CA. 300 BCE – 300 CE
A rare and finely flaked obsidian crescent, crafted from striking mahogany-colored volcanic glass, exhibiting natural iridescence and deep reddish-black hues. Likely worn as a pectoral, this elegant form displays a subtle taper and careful symmetry, with drilled perforations at both ends for suspension. Such crescents were associated with status and ceremonial use among the shaft tomb cultures of ancient Colima.

Length: 3 9/16" 

Provenance: Ex. K. Petty, AR. Ex. Raymond Brock collection, AR., collected in the 70"s.