Lot 0013
Mississippian Culture Shell Gorget
This auction ended on August 6, 2026.
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| Lot number | 0013 |
|---|---|
| Estimate | $20 - $50 |
| Opening bid | $10 |
| Auction | Antiques, Art, Native American & Collectibles |
| Date | August 6, 2026 at 6:00 pm ET |
| Auction house | Southernaire Antiques & Auction |
| Location | Calhoun, Georgia |
Description
This artifact appears to be a Mississippian shell mask gorget, typically fashioned from marine conch or whelk shells traded inland from the Gulf of Mexico. [1]These items served as sacred emblems