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Serpent Effigy Tunjo (Offering)
Serpent Effigy Tunjo (Offering)
Serpent Effigy Tunjo (Offering)

Serpent Effigy Tunjo (Offering)

Culture
Date900-1600 CE
MediumTumbaga (gold and copper alloy)
DimensionsLength: 6 inches
Classifications57-Gold and silversmith's work (includes snuff-boxes, jewelry, e
Credit LineThe Harold W. and Mary Louise Shaw Foundation
Object numberL8.2001.29
On View
On view
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