Turquoise and precious stones were organized in the mosaic you see, mounted on hammered sheets of go
Turquoise and precious stones were organized in the mosaic you see, mounted on hammered sheets of gold rolled into shafts. The earflares were the personal ornaments of a member of the Moche elite, created between 400 and 600 CE. They feature a striding warrior with his club weapon thrust forward at the ready. A round shield typical of Moche combatants protects his midsection from the blows of an opponent. His conical helmet-hat is that of a high-ranking person -- source link
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