Vintage Mexican Aztec/Mayan Face Pendant Necklace

This is a vintage Mexican Aztec/Mayan face pendant necklace, which features a carved green onyx or agate stone face and is set in a large copper and brass pendant. This piece of jewelry is a vintage Mexican necklace featuring a carved green stone pendant, likely green onyx or agate, set in a brass and copper framework. It is created in a style inspired by Aztec or Mayan art, often depicting a warrior or a cultural mask. This type of jewelry is often referred to as Mexican folk art. These pieces were popular in the mid-20th century, particularly the 1960s and 1970s. In Mesoamerican cultures, green stones such as jade, greenstone, and green onyx were highly prized and held significant symbolic meaning, often considered more valuable than gold. 22 " chain, Pendent 5.5" Sell jewelry, purses, misc. household items