Aztec Calendar Silver Pendant by Plateria del Recreo
The Aztec Calendar, also known as the Sun Stone, is one of the most iconic artifacts of the Mexican (Aztec) civilization. This massive stone disc was carved in the 15th century and visually represents the complex understanding of time and the cosmos held by the Aztecs. It was discovered in 1790 during excavations in Mexico City and is currently displayed at the National Museum of Anthropology. While the Aztec Calendar is often thought to have served an astronomical function, its primary purpose was more symbolic and ceremonial. The Sun Stone is not only a masterpiece of Aztec sculpture but also a visual map of their universe and their perception of time as an ongoing, sacred cycle.
