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Mask of Xiuhtecuhtli: A 600-year-old mask of the Aztec fire god taken as treasure by conquistadors

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Mask was carved out of Spanish cedar and decorated with turquoise mosaic pieces.

The inside is covered in cinnabar, a brick-red mineral that contains mercury.

It is about 6.6 inches ( 16.8 centimeters ) tall and has small holes at the temples.

It's not clear if the mask was ever worn or if it represents Xiuhtecuhtli .