Chiriqui Gold Alloy Figural Pendant

Panamanian Circa 500 to 1000 AD.Cast standing male figure with tube to mouth from one hand, the other held out, spiral ear ornaments and suspension hole atop.  12.2kSize 3.4cm H.; 1-3/8 inches H.;  ; weight 6.45g.XRF by Manhattan Gold & Silver Inc., shows characteristics consistent with pre-Columbian metallurgy. The elemental analysis reveals a composition of:Gold (Au): 51.04%Silver (Ag): 16.45%Copper (Cu): 32.51%This composition indicates this is tumbaga, a pre-Columbian alloy specifically made from gold and copper. The proportions align with known tumbaga artifacts, which could vary widely in their gold-to-copper ratios.The piece appears to be 12.2K gold, which matches the elemental percentages shown. The figurine shows characteristics of pre-Columbian metalworking techniques, particularly lost-wax casting, evidenced by the detailed three-dimensional form.  Depletion gilding potential, noted in the analysis report. The anthropomorphic design of the pendant is characteristic of pr