Moche Gilded Copper Alloy Disc Ornament gauze reflecting the rich natural dyes

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Moche Gilded Copper Alloy Disc Ornament gauze reflecting the rich natural dyesPre Columbian era, Moche culture, Moche phase II to IV, c. 200 600AD, Northern Peru. An amazing copper and gilt disc applique, probably representing the Sun, with a small suspension hole. The function of discs such the present example is unclear. They may have been intended for ritual use as symbolic weapon adornments. Alternatively, they may have been attached to textile banners or hangings. Copper ornaments would have signaled that the person was

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