Pre Columbian MAYAN JADE full figure HUMAN PECTORAL Blue Green Jade - Guaranteed Authentic - circa 400 A.D. Start Price USD 599.00 Current Price USD 599.00 Time Left - Bid Count 1 Buy It Now Price USD 999.00 Reserve Price - Start Time Friday, November 28, 2008 End Time Monday, December 08, 2008 Location Lexington, Kentucky See more about 'Pre Columbian MAYAN JADE full figure HUMAN PECTORAL' Description Up for auction is a museum quality early classic, circa 400 A.D., Mayan jade full figure pectoral.  The jade is emerald blue green and of gem quality.  The jade pectoral is in pure classic Mayan form with coffee bean eyes, earspools, and hands in ceremonial jesture.  The position of the hands is very interesting and unique in this jade.  Some scholars theorize this jesture represents the holding of a ceremonial bar or scepter.  This may have been used to represent the personification of god into a king.  I have found several of these full figure jades with hands in ceremonial position in the past decade of Sotheby's catalogs, and have included  one for comparison.  It is quite similiar to the one I am offering, and could be referred to as a distinct type.  The figure measures 1 3/4" in height and is drilled vertically for suspension.  This jade would  be the highlight of  any pre columbian collection, and a great investment piece.  Lifetime guarantee of authenticity.  Place a Bid!