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ancient Maya appreciated beauty, story telling and drama. Scientists
can tell this be examining their sculpture, ceramics, mosaics, painting,
weaving, and clothing and costume design.
Jade was valued more than gold (perhaps because there was little within the Maya region). They carved jade into figures and jewelry and also used jade to make masks. And they did this without metal tools.
Their terra cotta figurines and polychrome vases are admired not only because they are very old, but as fine works of art. This vase is from Campeche from about 1,400 years ago.
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