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December 0510, 2020
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LOT 143

Lot 143

Pair of Mayan Gilt Terra Cotta Ear Flares, 300 B.C. - 300 A.D.

Pair of Mayan Gilt Terra Cotta Ear Flares, 300 B.C. - 300 A.D.
Lot 143 Details
Pair of Mayan Gilt Terra Cotta Ear Flares, 300 B.C. - 300 A.D.

each spool with incised and pierced decoration, mounted on acrylic stand
each diameter 2.4 in — 6 cm

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $540
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Pair of Mayan Gilt Terra Cotta Ear Flares, 300 B.C. - 300 A.D.
  • Pair of Mayan Gilt Terra Cotta Ear Flares, 300 B.C. - 300 A.D.
  • Pair of Mayan Gilt Terra Cotta Ear Flares, 300 B.C. - 300 A.D.

CONDITION DETAILS

Losses to tubes. Restored gilding.

LOT 143
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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