Lot 1020

Colima Pre-Colombian Obsidian Blades and Spear Heads

Sold June 28, 2025

Price realized
$170

Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.

About this lot

Estimated Value: $450-650

Origin: Believed to be from the Colima, Mexico region, from around 250-350 CE

Dimensions: The longest measures 8x 0.5 in. 

Weight: total 0.62 lbs

Condition: Light chipping and dirt wear on some pieces

Additional Information: Includes various sized Pre-Colombian blades, spear heads, and points made of black obsidian. Also includes a circled rounded neckpiece with holes in each side. Includes 29 pieces total, each have different densities and carved shapes. Used by the lords and rulers of Pre-Columbian for piercings and blood-letting in order to renew life and appease the gods. 

 Provenance reportedly from Artemis Gallery, CO.

Lot details

Lot
1020
Closed
June 28, 2025

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