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Offering made with the shell of a turtle representing an Olmec-style person. Photo: H. Montano/INAH.

Archaeologists Discover Two More Human Skeletons Accompanied by a Rich Offering at Chiapa de Corzo

1 posted on 12/09/2010 8:52:46 AM PST by SunkenCiv
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To: SunkenCiv

Breathtaking piece of art..


3 posted on 12/09/2010 9:09:28 AM PST by rahbert
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To: Revolting cat!


6 posted on 12/09/2010 9:58:18 AM PST by a fool in paradise (The establishment clause isn't just against my OWN government establishing state religion in America)
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To: SunkenCiv

Beautiful. Obviously a person of means was in there.


7 posted on 12/09/2010 11:52:14 AM PST by colorado tanker
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To: SunkenCiv
a brocade attire with dozens of canine fangs and the shell of a turtle attached

I'd like to see that.

11 posted on 12/09/2010 6:24:41 PM PST by csvset
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