The Tikal Scribe Statuette

The original of this scribe statue was found inside the tomb beneath Temple I, at the archaeological site of Tikal. The Maya were known to be great writers. They produced many books known as codices, which were destroyed as a result of the Spanish conquest. At the present time only three codices exist.

• Carved Jade Figurine
• Dimensions: H: 6", W: 2.5"
• Weight: 1.4 kg.
• Period: Late Classic, 600 - 800 A.D.
• Tikal, Petén, Guatemala