Veracruz Hacha in the Form of a Snake

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James Blake Wiener
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published on 02 December 2018
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This hacha takes the form of a snake and is made of stone. Its creation is attributed to the Classic Veracruz Culture of Mexico, and it was made between 600-900 CE. (Museum Rietberg, Zürich).

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James Blake Wiener
James is a writer and former Professor of History. He holds an MA in World History with a particular interest in cross-cultural exchange and world history. He is a co-founder of World History Encyclopedia and formerly was its Communications Director.

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Wiener, J. B. (2018, December 02). Veracruz Hacha in the Form of a Snake. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/9646/veracruz-hacha-in-the-form-of-a-snake/

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Wiener, James Blake. "Veracruz Hacha in the Form of a Snake." World History Encyclopedia. Last modified December 02, 2018. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/9646/veracruz-hacha-in-the-form-of-a-snake/.

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Wiener, James Blake. "Veracruz Hacha in the Form of a Snake." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 02 Dec 2018. Web. 24 Dec 2024.

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