Stone 

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Import restricted since 1995.

Section 7g of Designated List in force since 1995.

Effigy Metates
Metates with a thin and slightly curving body, with an animal head at one end. A tail may be present at the other end. These are usually supported by three tall supports. Made of dense volcanic stone. Late Classic and Early Postclassic periods.

Example shown: Pre-Columbian metate (grinding stone), Late Classic period.

For import restrictions in force from 1987, see History of Import Restrictions below.