
Sculpture and Figurines, Weapons and Tools
Stone
El Salvador
Secretaría de Cultura de la Presidencia
Import restricted since 1995.
Section 8b of Designated List in force since 1995.
Eccentric Chipped Stone
Flint, chert, or obsidian flaked into eccentric forms. These may include: a zigzag lance point form, a disc with three prongs or spike on one side, and elaborate large effigy eccentrics apparently meant to serve as scepters (similar to those found in caches at Copán, Quiriguá, and other sites). Late Classic Period.
Example shown: Ceremonial object, Maya, Late Classic period.
For import restrictions in force from 1987, see History of Import Restrictions below.