Apu Stone Item Number: 2862/15 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Shaped stone, somewhat cubical in form, with seven nodular points. Each point has been carved to project out of the stone, and is surrounded by a protruding carved ring.
History Of Use
Apu or chumpi stones are connected to the mountains (apu) of Peru, and are used by shamans for healing.
Item History
- Made in Peru
- Owned by Anthony A. Shelton before February 9, 2011
- Received from Anthony A. Shelton (Seller) and Museum of Anthropology Director's Budget (Funding source) on February 9, 2011
What
Who
- Culture
- Peruvian
- Previous Owner
- Anthony A. Shelton
- Received from
- Anthony A. Shelton (Seller) and Museum of Anthropology Director's Budget (Funding source)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Peru
When
- Ownership Date
- before February 9, 2011
- Acquisition Date
- on February 9, 2011
Other
- Condition
- good
- Accession Number
- 2862/0015