{"product_id":"aztec-sun-stone-calendar-statue-9kg","title":"Replica of the Aztec Sun Stone (Piedra del Sol)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a detailed, solid-cast replica of the famous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAztec Sun Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, often referred to as the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAztec Calendar Stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. While the original is a massive basalt monolith weighing over 24 tons, this contemporary version is a display-sized sculpture mounted on a minimalist black pedestal. Given its weight of approximately 9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ekg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, it is likely crafted from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereconstituted stone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or a heavy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecement-resin composite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, designed to mimic the weathered, aged texture of the ancient original.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Symbolism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe carvings on this piece are not just decorative; they tell the story of the Aztec universe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentral Figure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The face in the middle is widely believed to be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTonatiuh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Aztec sun god. His tongue is often depicted as a tecpatl (sacrificial knife), symbolizing the need for offerings to keep the sun moving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Four Eras:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Surrounding the center are four square panels representing the previous \"suns\" or world ages (Jaguar, Wind, Rain, and Water), all of which ended in cataclysms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 20 Days:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The first concentric ring contains the 20 day signs of the Tonalpohualli (the 260-day sacred calendar), such as the Crocodile, Wind, House, and Lizard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFire Serpents:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The outermost border features two massive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXiuhcoatl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (fire serpents) meeting face-to-face at the bottom, their bodies circling the entire stone to represent the passage of time and the heavens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heavy cast stone\/composite with an antiqued grey finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ~9kg (providing significant stability for shelf or desk display).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMounting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Integrated metal supports on a rectangular faux-stone base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultural Context:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The original artifact was rediscovered in 1790 in Mexico City and is currently the centerpiece of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNational Museum of Anthropology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Mexico. It remains the most iconic symbol of Mexican heritage and pre-Columbian artistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Roya Interiors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53376190841105,"sku":null,"price":900.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/4197\/8641\/files\/Aztec_sun_calendar_stone_statue.png?v=1775586772","url":"https:\/\/royaatelier.myshopify.com\/products\/aztec-sun-stone-calendar-statue-9kg","provider":"Roya Interiors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}