Precolumbian Spondylus purples and dark oranges
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Wonderful neckalce Precolumbian from north Peruvian Coast SPONDYLUS purples and dark orange ASSEMBLED measure 20"length Description ( revised ) AWAJUN SHOP Visit my eBay Store: AWAJUN SHOP Category 12 Add to Favorite Stores | Sign up for Store newsletter Note SPONDILLIUS- Reds, purples,oranges,etc colored ,marine shells from the warm water of northern Peru. These shells were very appreciated by Precolumbian priests Occasionally they were used for exchange of valuable products and were found in our ancient king's mummies and tombs.The Incas used to call "mullu" because it was the symbols of fertility,power, and authority. They were used on the" nobles"jewelry and ornaments, and were delicately placed among the funeral offering along with the ancient leaders Mochica Chimu.
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