Lot 59, Auction 4/12/2026: Ancient Mesoamerican Conical Stone Pestle Mano Tool

$390.00

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Pre-Columbian, Ancient Mesoamerican cultures, ca. 300 BCE to 1500 CE. A conical stone pestle or mano, shaped for handheld use with a flat base and tapering form, showing surface wear consistent with repeated grinding. Such tools were used in the preparation of foods, medicines, and pigments, and also played a role in pottery production and other daily activities.. Size: 6″ L x 2.75″ W (15.2 cm x 7 cm)

Condition: Wear to surface as expected with age and use, but intact with light mineral deposits. Old inventory labels on base.

Provenance: private Colorado, USA collection; ex-Helmuth Stone, Sarasota, Florida, USA, April 14, 2024, part of lot 215

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