Name: Tairona Gold Lip Ornament Labret
Brand: Art for Eternity
SKU: 16486
Price: 795.0 USD
Availability: InStock

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Colombia, Circa 800 to 1100 AD

A gold alloy cast to form a delicate lip plug ornament in large form, pierced outer rim in a filigree style work, fine braided detailing to slit protrusion as well as to the neck in paired bands to each side.

Size 1 1/2" L x 1" W, 2" H on custom stand included.

Gold cast to form a delicate lip plug ornament in large form, pierced outer rim in a filigree style work, fine braided detailing to slit protrusion as well as to the neck in paired bands to each side.

Size 1 1/2" L x 1" W, 2" H on custom stand included.

XRF elemental analysis shown in the image reveals a composition of 67.6% gold (Au), 16.5% silver (Ag), and 15.9% copper (Cu), which strongly indicates this is indeed a pre-Columbian metalwork piece, specifically a tumbaga alloy. The composition aligns perfectly with known pre-Columbian metallurgical practices. The object appears to be a 16.2K gold alloy, which matches the tumbaga manufacturing techniques used in pre-Columbian Mesoamerica. This type of alloy was specifically chosen for its lower melting point and superior casting qualities compared to pure gold. The combination of gold, silver, and copper in these proportions was a hallmark of pre-Columbian metallurgy. The presence of silver in this piece (16.5%) is particularly noteworthy, as it was often naturally present in pre-Columbian gold alloys at levels between 5-10%.

Condition Very good, patina and wear commensurate with age and use.

Ex California Private Collection.

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Tairona Gold Lip Ornament Labret

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