Commemorative issue Wealth and Pride of Peru Series - Ceramic Vicus 2015 Peru 1 Nuevo Sol {1-year issue} FEATURING front: ceramic animal and duck Vicús culture was an important early culture in Peru from 1000/200 BCE to 300/600 CE. They lived in the Piura region in the northern Pacific coast of Peru. The Vicús culture reigned in the northernmost corner of Peru´s coastal area. Several details of art and architecture link it with the Moche culture, but just as many details point to local development and influence radiating from the direction of Ecuador. The Vicús ceramics was influenced by the Salinar and Gallizano cultures and from the direction of Ecuador. Both a sculptural nature and painted ornamentation were typical of the design of the artefacts. Animal and human figures were especially popular. back: Peruvian coat of arms Lettering: BANCO CENTRAL DE RESERVA DEL PERÚ 2014 • quantity 1 • polished Copper-nickel-zinc • diameter: 25.5 mm • weight: 7.32 g CHOOSE FROM DROP DOWN MENU {2.4 mm thick cords} • 22" black cotton necklace with lobster clasp • 24" stainless steel ball chain {lightweight 5 g} • 1-1/8" silver color keychain with 30 mm ring {see last photo} message me if you need a shorter length black necklace facebook.com/coinedJewelry instagram.com/coinedJewelry twitter.com/coinedJewelry pinterest.com/coinedJewelry tumblr.com/blog/coinedJewelry