Eccentric flint in the form of a scorpion
Eccentric flint in the form of a scorpion

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Eccentric flint in the form of a scorpion,

600–900

Maya
Late Classic Period
L.1991.37

Information

Title
Eccentric flint in the form of a scorpion
Dates

600–900

Medium
Chert
Dimensions
h. 9.7 cm., w. 3.7 cm., d. 0.6 cm. (3 13/16 x 1 7/16 x 3/16 in.)
Credit Line
Promised bequest of Gillett G. Griffin
Object Number
L.1991.37
Place Made

North America, Guatemala, Petén, Maya area

Culture
Maya
Period
Late Classic
Type
carvings, flint, ceremonial objects
Materials
chert
Subject
scorpions

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