Pre-Columbian GREEN STONE MEXCALA FIGURINE Ca. Start Price USD 325.00 Current Price USD 372.00 Time Left - Bid Count 3 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Monday, December 01, 2008 End Time Saturday, December 06, 2008 Location Arizona See more about 'Pre-Columbian GREEN STONE MEXCALA FIGURINE Ca.' Description Pre-Columbian GREEN STONE MEXCALA FIGURINE Ca. Pre-Columbian GREEN STONE MEXCALA FIGURINE Ca. DESCRIPTION Mexcala or Mezcala artifacts come from the "Guerrero" area of Mexico, which is near the central west coast. These figurines have a strong resemblance with the statues of "Easter Island". The workmanship is crude at best and the tool marks are very apparent. Most of these figurine look similar, hence we have seen a multitude of these idols over the years. This one is in the seated position, with hands at the knees and facing forward. It's expression is neutral and it lacks any type of clothing or jewelry . The idols never seam to have a particular gender or any type of hair. This one is of a green stone possibly Jadeite or Serpentine, it's 4.850" tall by 2.375" deep and 1.625" wide. The idol doesn't show any breaks or repairs. The Mexcala culture flourished in Late Pre-Classic times circa 300-100 BC. A couple of great web sites you should visit are " Pre Columbian Jade" and "Kerr portfolio", you can spend hours there and see some of the worlds best Pre Columbian Art. This item came from a private collector in the San Francisco area, who started his collection in the late 40's. He was in to Pre-Columbian art and African stone art. John Orbisen passed on a few years ago, and his family asked me to find new collectors that would appreciate these treasures as much as he did. I have featured some of the items in the last photo. I am Joel Hernandez, I have been collecting Pre-Columbian Art since the late 50's and early 60's. I have made many friends and acquaintances during my studies at the "Universidad Autonoma de Mexico" and from working at the "Museo Nacional de Antropologia de Mexico". All items that I list come with a 7 day inspection period. If not completely satisfied I will refund your money. Please see my return policy. Don't let this great opportunity get by. Place your bid now. These items are "One Of A Kind" and you may never see another at these bargain prices. I always try and give as much information and provenance on every listing, Thanks and good luck bidding.After you place your bid, check out my other auctions! Win multiple items and save on shipping!Don't miss your shot at this terrific item. Place your bid now! AFTER PAYMENT IS MADE I WILL NOTIFY YOU BY E-MAIL WHEN I SHIP YOUR ITEM(S).The winning bidder is responsible to deliver payment to me within 5 days of the closing date of the auction, or forfeit the item(s). Please, if you don't intend to pay, don't bid. Thanks and good luck! PAYMENT DESCRIPTION I accept payments via PayPal. SHIPPING DESCRIPTION Shipping to the continental United States ,will be shipped via USPS. International shipping will be via best way, depending on country. RETURN POLICY If you are not completely satisfied with the item, notify me within 7 days. I will be happy to make a money back refund upon the receipt of the item in the same condition as it was sent. Get Counter Stats Free Counters powered by SpoonFeeder Auction Software I use SpoonFeeder Auction Software v5.89 HTML generated at 11/30/2008 7:01:16 PM (sfdl 614E47C85936F67265020B6F63E2B1BDD6) Place a Bid!