Watch List notes:

Narino Shell Whistles from Colombia, ca. 1250 - 1500 AD. A pair of Narino shell-form whistles from Colombia, ca. 1250 - 1500 AD. These Tuza examples are 2ﾔ and 2-1/4ﾔ long, the first with circular drill incised designs, the second with painted designs executed in red over white slip. They are intact and have strong mineral deposits. Cf. Labbe ﾓColombia Before Columbusﾔ, page 137. Ex Austin estate. Value range: $300 - $400.