Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc
Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc
Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc
Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc
Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc
Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc
Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc
Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc
Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc
Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc
Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc
Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc
Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc
Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc

Gran Cocle Gold Pectoral Disc

16530

$3,450.00
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Panama Circa 500 to 1550 AD

Hammered and beaten to a slightly convex circular shape, the perimeter decorated with two rows of beadwork; pierced two times for suspension. The disc was  worn as a breast jewelry as a high status symbol. 

Dimension: Size 11cm Diam.; 4-1/2 inches Diam;  weight  24g.

XRF  elemental analysis shows a composition that is consistent with Pre-Columbian metallurgy:
Gold (Au): 93.86 ± 0.09%
Silver (Ag): 4.26 ± 0.06%
Copper (Cu): 1.67 ± 0.06%
Iron (Fe): 0.21 ± 0.07%
This composition, particularly the gold-silver-copper ratio, is typical of Pre-Columbian gold artifacts. The high gold content (22.5K) and the presence of naturally occurring silver and copper is characteristic of Pre-Columbian metallurgical techniques.
The absence of modern plating and the presence of small holes (likely for mounting or wearing) are consistent with Pre-Columbian manufacturing methods. The surface texture and patina also suggest ancient origin.

Provenance:  From the estate of Andres Illies, who inherited it from his grandfather, Ferdinand Grebien. Mr. Ferdinand Grebien was born in Austria, and arrived in Panama in 1911 to work on the construction of the canal. He founded Grebien & Martinz, a major private construction firm, (with more than 1000 employees) that went on to build many major institutions in Panama, including the Municipal Palace of the District of Colón. Grebien was an avid collector of ancient Pre Columbian gold. Shown in the listing is a photo of Ferdinand Grebien displaying part of his gold collection at the 1964 World’s fair in NY.

 

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