Day of the Dead Skull

The ancient Aztecs believed that when a person is born they get a nagual, an animal spirit companion who would be at their side throughout life as a soul partner. Animals were honored and revered because they acknowledged the sacred interdependence between humankind and the animal world. Even today, the indigenous people are well aware of the fact that without our animal relatives we would cease to exist. Animal skeletons and skulls are a common element on the Day of the Dead altars and represent the sacred passing of a family pet or Animal Spirits. Our animal relatives are appeased with offerings as are our ancestors.

Inspired by this tradition, these hand painted real animal skulls are for use on Day of the Dead altars or personal shrines. These skulls are found in their natural settings or secured through a reputable dealer, cleaned and painted with bright, traditional Aztec patterns and adorned with crystals  They are one of a kind and specimens are  subject to availability.

In accordance with the law, I do not sell any material from species listed on the U.S. Federal or Arizona State Endangered Species Lists, any Migratory Birds, nor Modern Marine Mammal species. All specimens are blessed and prayed over to honor its spirit and thank it for allowing us to use it as an altar piece.

If you have a special type of animal skull you would like, email me and I will see if I have one or can get one and provide you with a price quote.

When you place your order, you will receive a skull that is available in the size ordered. I cannot guarantee a specific species unless you email me with your request and I can confirm one is available.

Small  Mammal Skull 3-5 inches (may be raccoon, bobcat, fox, cat, nutria, opossum or other)

$300.00

Medium Mammal Skull 5-8 inches (may be coyote, dog, beaver, badger, or other comparable size)

$500.00

Unusual Animal Skull  (Jackal, wallaby, alligator or other)

$1000.00

Tiny Mammal Skull 1-3 inches (may be mouse, muskrat, or other comparable size)

$150.00