Mexico recovers two archaeological pieces from the United States

The United States has returned two significant archaeological artifacts to Mexico, reinforcing bilateral efforts to combat the illegal trade of cultural heritage. The repatriated items include a Mayan-style brazier from the Classic Period (200-900 AD) and a Paquimé-style clay vessel from the Oasisamerica region.

During the handover ceremony in New York, Consul General Marcos Bucio highlighted the artifacts' importance as living links to Mexico's history and the civilizations that shaped its cultural richness. He stated that the return "strengthens national dignity, historical memory, and the identity of Mexicans," acting on instructions from President Claudia Sheinbaum and Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco.

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these are not only archaeological goods, but living links with the history of Mexico and the civilizations that gave rise to the cultural richness of the country.

Frank Russo, Director of Field Operations for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, presented the objects. The consulate noted that these restitutions underscore the institutional cooperation between Mexico and the U.S. in protecting and returning cultural property integral to Mexico's identity. Over the past five years, the Mexican Consulate in New York has facilitated the recovery of more than 2,400 archaeological pieces through coordinated efforts with both nations' authorities.

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the return of these pieces to Mexico strengthens national dignity, historical memory, and the identity of Mexicans, following the instructions of President Claudia Sheinbaum and Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco to reinforce the restitution of the nation's cultural heritage.