It was believed by the Maya that an object could obtain and retain sacred power (or energy). In order for this to happen the object must become a conduit for psychic energy through the will of a shaman, and then to function in a ritual, which further strengthens its capacity for retaining power. The Maya accepted this concept as something quite natural and utilized it as part of their elaborate ceremonies. Also involved is the artist's intent to create something worthy of being revered; and in this noble pursuit Maya artists produced some of the most beautiful and intriguing works of art in the world. This gorgeous Celt is just such an object, which meets the criteria for something very special. Designed to be worn by a king during important rituals Celts hung in a single or double row from the royal belt. They were seen as objects of authority and prestige, as well as symbols representing the king's superhuman attributes as a deity in human form. The three glyphs probably refer to the ritual the Celt was intended for, read as a script or seen as graphic representations of different gods. The designs are lovely even without knowing their meaning. They swirl and surge around the enclosed space, enlarging and expanding the interior with an almost 3-dimensional effect. With their delicate lines made red with cinnabar pigment, the glyphs heighten the natural beauty of the jade, and the combination is a work of art that exudes a unique and mysterious energy.