Pre-Columbian Veracruz pottery head fragment the figure represents a standing

the figure represents a standing male divinity or votive attendant

Diameter: approx

modeled in a compact

They are among the most recognizable and meaningful medieval coin types

Pre-Columbian Veracruz pottery head fragment the figure represents a standingVeracruz Ceremonial Head Fragment Classic Veracruz, ca. 600900 A. D. Height: 7 in. (19. 6 cm) custom museum mount included A finely modeled terracotta head fragment representing an elite or ceremonial figure, distinguished by its commanding headdress and dignified features. The broad, flaring headdressembellished with raised circular bosses and vertical elementssuggests a ceremonial diadem or ritual headdress once elaborately painted or adorned with