Description

Antique GUATEMALA 900 SILVER QUETZAL BIRD TROPICAL etched PIN BROOCH Very good condition The Resplendent Quetzal bird, is found from Southern Mexico to Panama and is the national bird of Guatemala. this pin has Guatemalan silver markings but the 900 silver marking on this piece, that is Mexico from 1900 - 1920. The Quetzal was an important part of Aztec mythology. The name literally meaning tail feather, the long plumage of the bird was used in royal headdresses 2.6 in x 0.9 in Preownd vg cond J2023-120