Diquís Lizard-Masked Ritual Pendant
2018 © Maxim Tabachnik
Diquís Agricultural and River LifeDiquís Gold Pendant of a PredatorDiquís Harpy Eagle PendantDiquís Gold Figures with RattlesDiquís Pendant of Eagle with Crocodile-Head AdornmentsDiquís Lizard-Masked Ritual PendantDiquís Crab PendantDiquís Bat Pendant with Outstretched WingsDiquís Gold Frog PendantDiquís Village Reconstruction

Diquís Lizard-Masked Ritual Pendant

323
This Diquís gold pendant (700–1550) shows a human figure wearing a reptilian mask, gripping cords attached to the mouth. The act of drawing blood from soft tissues symbolized sacrifice and transformation. Such imagery reflects the spiritual power linked to pain, trance, and connection with animal spirits.