Serpent-Tooth Spear
This carving is a reproduction of a wooden 'atlatl' spear-thrower on display in the British Museum. It is believed to date between AD 1325 - 1521 and due to the high level of intricacy and decoration of gold foil, it was most likely a ceremonial item rather than functional.
The use of serpent imagery on such a weapon was designed to invoke the speed and power of a snake's deadly strike when used in attack.
The use of serpent imagery on such a weapon was designed to invoke the speed and power of a snake's deadly strike when used in attack.
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