Description: The word “Chachal” in Quiche language means necklace. These beautiful objects have a fascinating tale of history, culture, art, and economics that begins during the Pre Columbian period hundreds-thousands of years ago and continues to the present where they still worn by many Mayan populations.Guatemalan necklaces use coins from Spain, as well as all of the Latin American countries that were once Hispanic colonies along with trade beads from bead centers in Venice, Bohemia/Czechoslovakia, England, & Spain.Featuring wonderful elements:* Milagros (mid 19th-early 20th century) 1.75" in length* Antique 1 Real .385 Silver Coins ca 1865-1900* Antique 1/2 Real .835 Silver Coins (mid 19th-early 20th century)* Antique 1/4 Real .835 Silver Coins (mid 19th-early 20th century)* Antique White Heart trade beads from Venice (mid 19th-early 20th century)* Antique Silver Crosses 2.5" x 1.5" & 1.5" x 1" (mid 19th-early 20th century)* Handcrafted sterling silver beads (late 19th-early 20th century)* Length 24"***In gently used antique condition with wonderful patina from its wear & age
Price: 1250 USD
Location: Marina del Rey, California
End Time: 2024-07-24T00:49:32.000Z
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Antique: Yes
Pendant Shape: Cross
Color: Red
Material: Glass
Year Manufactured: 1940-1949
Metal: Silver
Necklace Length: 24 in
Vintage: Yes
Brand: Antique
Type: Necklace
Pendant/Locket Type: Coin
Base Metal: Silver
Style: Beaded
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country/Region of Manufacture: Guatemala
Handmade: Yes
Country of Origin: Guatemala
