Second largest Maya jade found in Belize has unique historical inscription

UC San Diego archaeologist Geoffrey Braswell holds a replica of the Maya jade pendant. 

Credit: Erik Jepsen/UC San Diego Publications

To say that UC San Diego archaeologist Geoffrey Braswell was surprised 

to discover a precious jewel in Nim Li Punit in southern Belize 

is something of an understatement.

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