Exceptional Pre-Columbian pendant originated from the Colima region in ancient Mesoamerica from which is derived the name of the culture and present-day state located in Western Mexico along the Pacific coast. It's an extremely rare ancient talisman with special spiritual significance dated to 300 BC - 300 AD. In the past it was worn for protection, to ensure fertility, or used as an offering for deities during religious rituals. Pendant is made of shell with a very hard structure and extraordinarily smooth surface in a beautiful creamy peach color. It has a form resembling the wing of the bird with perfectly reproduced natural streamlined shape gently falling into smooth edges. There are two drilled holes in the upper part for suspension. It's a museum quality ancient artifact searched by collectors! PENDANT WILL BE ACCOMPANIED BY: * Modern jewellery cord ended by clasp so that artifact can be worn. * Certificate of Authenticity (COA) document with all information about the artifact and its photos. Document is providing the owner of this object its lifetime authenticity warranty. Dimensions: 64 mm (H) x 26 mm (W) Excellent condition - intact and well-preserved PROVENANCE INFORMATION: Purchased by our company in 2022 from the luxury American gallery specializing in sale of Pre-Columbian ancient art. Previous ownership history: - Dr. David Harner Springdale (Arkansas), USA collection (acquired between the 50's -60's) Well known researcher and one of the most distinguished collectors of Pre-Columbian art who among the other things authenticated objects and made an extensive donations of Pre-Columbian artifacts and Native American ceramics to Gilcrease Museum in Tulsa. Objects from his collection are valuable exhibits and can be found in many other well-known museums and art galleries. Dr. Harner was pictured in Who’s Who in Indian Relics, second edition in 1968.   - Private Fayetteville (North Carolina), USA collection - Luxury Artemis Gallery Louisville (Colorado), USA collection