Aztec Calender Rare Solid 999 Fine Silver Pendant - New - 3.23g - 20mm

Rare Aztec Calendar Pendant / Charm poses, primarily related to timekeeping and religious practices. It consisted of two main calendars: a 260-day ritual calendar (tonalpohualli) and a 365-day solar calendar (xiuhpohualli), both of which were used to determine auspicious dates for activities like planting and harvesting, religious ceremonies, and even inaugurating new leaders according to ecUIP. Here's a more detailed breakdown: Tonalpohualli (260-day ritual calendar): This calendar was used by priests to determine auspicious days for religious ceremonies, births, weddings, and other important events. It was also used for divination and to understand an individual's fate based on their birth date. Xiuhpohualli (365-day solar calendar): This calendar was linked to the seasons and agricultural activities, like planting and harvesting. It was also associated with specific deities and feasts. Calendar Rounds: The Aztecs also used a 52-year cycle (a "calendar round") where the two calendars coincided, marking a significant period. The end of each 52-year cycle was marked by the New Fire Ceremony, according to Britannica Kids. Religious Significance: The Aztec calendar was deeply intertwined with their religious beliefs. Each day, month, and year was associated with specific deities and rituals, reflecting the Aztec belief that time and daily life were inseparable from religious practices. Social and Political Life: The calendars also played a role in social and political