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What is this?

By dogroomerjvl, 13 November, 2011
Description

 This item looks like it may be a grave marker or possibly a weapon of some sort. The top is adorned with a Ibizan dog. The dog looks gold and has never tarnished. Also adorned with skulls and faces. Bottom of this piece comes to a point that looks like a stake you would put in the ground. This piece is heavy for being it's small size.

Category
Metalware
Medium
possible 100% gold
Distinguishing marks
no marks
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
3 inches wide by 8-10 inches tall
Weight
heavy for it's size maybe 8-10 lbs.
History
Item was found buried in our kitchen subfloor.
eBay Auction Link
For Sale?
Yes
Photos

Arletta

13 years 6 months ago

Re: What is this?

That piece is very intriguing. I would recommend you have it officially appraised by an antique dealer as it is just georgous. I would personally love to own that, so I'm sure others would as well

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Lovejoy

13 years 6 months ago

Re: What is this?

All I can say is it depicts an Indonesian God, what it would be used for I have no idea.

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