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Stone is one of several media chosen by Mayan artists to represent their world view. The finest and most elaborate Mayan stone objects are known as "eccentrics". Eccentric flints are non-utilitarian chipped artifacts, typically made using varieties of chert, chalcedony and obsidian. It is believed that Mayan eccentrics were produced in lithic workshops by specialists. The skills required to manufacture these fine objects is immense, far beyond those of present-day flint knappers.Little is known about Maya eccentric flints. Their forms are diverse, but they usually depict elements of the sacred world, such as special animals and geometric forms, as well as important human figures.

3 diameter inch serrated Mayan eccentric effigy of a cave entrance to the underworld - 1a. Good patina and color on this fine relic. [AA2008] Email for Price
 

2 1/2 x 2 3/4 oval Mayan eccentric effigy of a cave entrance to the underworld, white translucent flint - 1b. Good patina and a very nice white translucent flint used to make this very fine. [AB2008] Email for Price
 

3 1/2 x 2 1/2 inch Mayan eccentric - 1c. Good patina and color on this fine relic. slightly damaged and reglued for a perfect match. This does not distract from its fine lines. [AC2008] SOLD