Colima Dark Green Obsidian Axe grecobactrianempire Small chip in the ear

Small chip in the ear

Bones and Relics

serving as pack animals capable of navigating rugged mountain terrain while providing wool for clothing and other necessities

These spirits are honored through elaborate rituals and ceremonies that reaffirm lineage

allowing the plant to regenerate—a sustainable practice passed down for generations

Colima Dark Green Obsidian Axe grecobactrianempire Small chip in the earPre Columbian Era, Protoclassic period, c. 100 BC250 AD, Colima, Western Mexico This extraordinary and sizable obsidian axe, crafted during the Protoclassic period, exemplifies the technical skill and cultural significance of ancient Mesoamerican artisans. Fashioned from a deep, forest green obsidian with delicate golden hues, the axe features a distinctive elongated, spade shaped form with lightly convex faces, sharpened edges, and a wide tail that