Skull Pendant 

This carved stone pendant, created by Aztec artists in the 14th-16th centuries, depicts a stylized skull. Its large, circular eyes and prominent nose give the skull a distinct, almost whimsical expression. Currently residing in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, this pendant serves as a fascinating reminder of the artistic traditions and beliefs of the ancient Aztecs. The use of stone and the emphasis on the skull as a symbol point to the importance of death and the afterlife in Aztec culture.