Ancient stone carvings of Mayan figures and symbols on a wall and a central stone slab in a historical archaeological site.

Lady Ik’ Skull

(Lady Eveningstar)

Ancient Maya queen from Yaxchilán (704–51 CE)

Born into the royal line of the powerful ancient Maya city-state of Calakmul in 704. She was married to the ruler of Yaxchilán, Itzamnaaj B’alam III, otherwise known as Shield Jaguar. We learn about her from Stela 35 at Yaxchilán.

Maya pyramid with steps leading to a building at the top, surrounded by lush green trees and a group of tourists in front.

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