A pair of Mixtec Jade Floral Appliques, ca. 600 - 800 CE Medium - Terracotta An Oxford Research Laboratory Thermoluminescence

An Oxford Research Laboratory Thermoluminescence test accompanies this piece

The artist masterfully carved the stone to highlight the bird

Dimensions: Length: 1 3/4 inches (4

the lower register with reoccurring lotus flowers

each side bears an incised royal cartouche with one side enclosing the prenomen Usermaatre-Meriamun (“The Justice of Ra is Powerful

A pair of Mixtec Jade Floral Appliques, ca. 600 - 800 CE Medium - Terracotta An Oxford Research Laboratory ThermoluminescenceA matching pair of creamy gray green jade ear ornaments, with carved stylized floral decoration and two drilled suspension holes each. Set as very pretty earrings with modern 14K gold posts ready to wear. Medium: Jade, gold Dimensions: Applique Width: 1 1 8 inches (2. 8 cm) Condition: Intact and in excellent condition. Provenance: Private NYC collection acquired from Edward H. Merrin Gallery, NYC, 1960s 1970s.