Pre-Columbian, West Mexico, Colima, ca. 200 BCE/CE. Rare and quite fine carved sea shell (spondylus) in the form of a scorpion. Twin pinchers, drilled eyes and curled tail ready to inflict serious pain on whoever happens to step on this villain. Size: 2.5" L x 1.125" W (6.4 cm x 2.9 cm)
Provenance: Ex-Peter Arnovick Collection, Los Altos, CA
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Small section of tail with restoration, minor wear else excellent