Maya Tzompantli Mexican Maya and Aztec Ceramic Skull Motif Mask _artisan--novica-artisan-7504 Natural square peridot gems flank

Natural square peridot gems flank round cultured freshwater pearls in intricate sterling silver settings in this elegant design presented by Neeru Goel of India

featuring designs accented by a combination of finishes

Resembling a woven basket

this fashion jewelry pin is 1

Maya Tzompantli Mexican Maya and Aztec Ceramic Skull Motif Mask _artisan--novica-artisan-7504 Natural square peridot gems flankArtisans from the Angel Cern Artisan Association create an original mask that blends elements of both Maya and Aztec art and culture. The face depicts the Sun Jaguar of the underworld seen in an incense burner from the Classic Maya site of Palenque. The mouth makes reference to Chac, the Maya rain god. Covered with skulls, the headdress is an interpretation of the Aztec tzompantli, a rack where the heads of sacrificial victims were displayed as an