Muisca-Inspired Female Figure Pendant: A Symbol of Femininity and Power

A Gold Woman of the Plateau: The Muisca Figure Pendant

A slender gold woman stands with her arms at her sides. This Muisca figure pendant measures 1.5 in by 1.6 in, on an 18 in chain.

The Muisca female pendant follows the female figures of the central Colombian plateau.

Product Details

• Material: 24 Karat gold plate over pewter
• Pendant: 1.5 in x 1.6 in
• Chain: 18 in, gold plate
• Product number: 7969
• Style: Colombian tunjo pendant, Pre-Columbian woman pendant
• Origin: Made in USA

Tunjos and Offerings

A tunjo is a small gold votive figure of the Muisca. The Met dates a female example to the 10th to 16th century.

Such figures were buried in groups or thrown into lakes. They are rare in tombs.

Fertility and Protection

The Muisca made female figures as signs of fertility and the nurturing forces of life. They stood for protection and abundance.

A Pre-Columbian woman pendant carries those hopes.

Wearing and Display

Wear the Muisca figure pendant on its 18 in chain at the collarbone. Wipe with a soft cloth.

A Muisca female pendant suits plain clothes. See more in our Museum Jewelry Necklaces.

About the Muisca

The Muisca lived on the central Colombian plateau and were skilled goldsmiths. This pendant honors their art. A Colombian tunjo pendant is a gentle gift for anyone who loves ancient gold.

For More Reading from the Web

• See a gold tunjo of a female figure from the Muisca, made between the 10th and 16th centuries. A Colombian tunjo pendant follows it. Female Figure (Tunjo) - The Metropolitan Museum of Art