jan 1, 1520 - Ruler’s feather headdress

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The Ruler's feather headdress, also known as the Aztec feather headdress, is a famous artifact from pre-Columbian Mesoamerica. It was worn by Aztec rulers during important ceremonies and is made of a base of reeds and cotton, adorned with quetzal, cotinga, and other tropical bird feathers. The headdress is an impressive example of the highly skilled craftsmanship of the Aztec people, and also reflects their reverence for the natural world, particularly the beauty and symbolism of birds.

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