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| The 100-face totem |
Size: ~9 cm
Material: Mineralized organism (maybe a part of a Coyote jaw bone)
Restored: Yes (was completely covered in mineral buildup which has to be removed, this piece was then sprayed with a protectant)
Provenance: Mojave Desert (California part), USA
Estimated period: Upper Paleolithic (certainly older)
Here is some of the faces that appear on this incredible artifact:
Here is some of the faces that appear on this incredible artifact:
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Some close-up (click to magnify)
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As you can see, this piece is a true work of art, made by a skilled artist. There many other faces on this artifact, it's why I called it The 100-face totem. See more effigies on the picture below:
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