Description

This is a Sterling silver 925 piece of the Aztec Calendar Stone, also known as the Sun Stone.
Key details about this item and the Aztec Calendar:
Item Type:
This is a vintage sterling silver pendant/ brooch featuring the Aztec Calendar design a piece of jewelry from Mexico.
About the Aztec Calendar Stone history:
The original Aztec Calendar Stone is a large, intricately carved basalt sculpture that served as a ceremonial basin or ritual altar.
Calendar System:
The Aztec calendar itself consists of two main cycles: the xiuhpohualli (civil and agricultural calendar) and the tonalpohualli (sacred ritual calendar), which priests used to determine auspicious days.
Symbolism:
The calendar incorporates various symbols for its 20-day units, such as crocodile, wind, house, lizard, snake, and more.
Material:
The piece in the image is made of sterling silver, often marked with "925" or "Sterling" to indicate its silver content.

Eagle 28: Mexico Sterling 925 stamps
Very good condition
some patina
appx 1.8”
J2022-1099