This odd-looking ancient figure was discovered in the grave of King K'utz Chman, a priest who is believed to have reigned around 700 BCE, in Retalhuleu, Guatemala. In K'utz Chman’s tomb, archaeologists found several jade jewels, jade beans, pots, ceramic dolls and this unusual necklace.
The pendant appears to be carved in the shape of a vulture’s head - a symbol that represented fearlessness of death, and so power and high economic status to the Maya.
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