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Chimú Silver Alloy Cloak Pin Moche and societal structures of ancientPre Columbian Era, Chim Culture, c. 800 1470 AD, Moche Valley, Trujillo, Peru An exceptional and rare hammered silver alloy cloak pin, showcasing the refined metalworking expertise of the Chim civilization. While predominantly silver, this piece contains small traces of copper, a hallmark of Chim metallurgy. Cloak pins of this type were used for securing garments or adorning hairstyles, often serving as status symbols among the elite. This artifact