A Pre-Columbian Green Agate Toucan Amulet, Tairona Culture, ca. 500 - 1000 CE Gaming Pieces Condition: Overall intact and in

Condition:  Overall intact and in good condition

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A Pre-Columbian Green Agate Toucan Amulet, Tairona Culture, ca. 500 - 1000 CE Gaming Pieces Condition: Overall intact and inThis artfully carved amulet has taken unique advantage of the natural variations found in this gorgeous green moss agate. The rich dark stone is skillfully carved to portray a toucan, the head slightly raised, and the long beak, cleverly designated by a natural white border, is of a lighter green and features touches of yellow to the tip. The body has incised lines to infer wings, while the base is pierced for stringing. Among the Tairona, whose