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Example of syllabic spelling of 'balam' (jaguar)

British Museum

British Museum
London, United Kingdom

Maya hieroglyphic writing, spelling out the word jaguar with the syllables ba, la, and ma (in different colours) to form 'balam'.

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  • Title: Example of syllabic spelling of 'balam' (jaguar)
  • Rights: ©Trustees of the British Museum
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