Gran Cocle Gold Avian

Panama Circa 500 to 1520 AD   The raptorial bird cast with hook beak, small feet with individual talons and  wings and tail fan spread,  loop hole for suspension behind characteristic of Panamanian goldwork. Size  5.8cm; 2-1/4 inches  W. x 4.2 cm; 1-5/8 inches H. weight  25g.Those ancient craftsmen were known for creating fantastical three-dimensional images of birds and other animals found in their wetland environment and they produced ceremonial adornments that expressed social, religious, and ritual themes using gold as a symbol of rank and prestige. Their goldsmiths created elaborate pieces for both ceremonial use and as burial offerings for their leaders. This type of ornamental piece would have likely served a ceremonial or status-indicating purpose, as gold in Pre-Columbian societies was primarily used for ritual and regalia rather than utilitarian purposes.The XRF elemental analysis shows a gold alloy composition of approximately 84% gold (Au), 11% silver (Ag), and 5% copper (C