Chimú Silver Alloy Cloak Pin africanarcheology and exceptionally thin walls—hallmarks of

and exceptionally thin walls—hallmarks of the region’s sophisticated ceramic traditions

This finely woven textile

and other classic types

reflecting the complex social and spiritual lives of the Harappan people

(with modern frames)

Chimú Silver Alloy Cloak Pin africanarcheology and exceptionally thin walls—hallmarks ofPre Columbian Era, Chim Culture, c. 800 1470 AD, Moche Valley, Trujillo, Peru An exceptional and rare hammered silver alloy cloak pin, showcasing the refined metalworking expertise of the Chim civilization. While predominantly silver, this piece contains small traces of copper, a hallmark of Chim metallurgy. Cloak pins of this type were used for securing garments or adorning hairstyles, often serving as status symbols among the elite. This artifact