Pre-Columbian Chancay-Huacho Pair of Standing Figures and the tripartite wig symbolizing

and the tripartite wig symbolizing rank and authority

slightly open-mouthed expression

surface abrasions

Alexandrian tetradrachms are admired for their substantial size

This silver tetradrachm was struck during the reign of Ptolemy IX Soter II

Pre-Columbian Chancay-Huacho Pair of Standing Figures and the tripartite wig symbolizingCentral Coast, Peru, Chancay Culture, ca. 10001470 CE Heights: 18 in. (45. 7 cm) & 17 in. (43. 2 cm) Impressive matched pair of large Chancay Huacho pottery standing figures, each modeled with outstretched arms, expressive faces, and distinctive white and orange painted decoration. The male wears a prominent multi pointed headdress, while the female displays a plain coiffure. These large ceremonial figures are characteristic of the Chancay Huacho