Diquís Gold Neck Ornament
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Diquís Gold Neck Ornament

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This crescent-shaped gold necklace (700–1500) was worn by Diquís elites as a symbol of spiritual power and high status. Its broad, reflective surface and precise edge detailing enhanced the wearer’s presence during ceremonies, linking gold’s brilliance to divine favor and ancestral authority.