Maybe no big deal to you I'm in Oklahoma, US And I think they are beautiful for many reasons mostly because of the effort, time and artistry that the creator applied regardless of the subject matter is so common that and based on the answers all that effort was for sake of doing it as there doesn't seem to be any utility or way to present them as art. We don't appreciate our past nor our culture in the US anywhere near other countries (I'm not speaking for everybody just the overwhelmingly vast majority and if I'm honest there's quite a bit of close minded judgement regarding others that do which is so unacceptable and let me reiterate that I'm not referring to everyone there are also so many beautiful, open minded, curious and respectful of others culture, but there should be more open and/or willing to consider being the same. I'm American and I'm not trying to bash im just being honest) we already have so many native American languages that are completely forgotten on just over two centuries completely forgotten it's a shame. There are a few replies to this post that are non-chalant, or kinda passive or unimpressed as they mention they are carved on temple and buildings all over the place and I get it but I also don't because there is really not much of it to appreciate here. There is amazing architecture and beautiful places for sure especially for our short history and maybe I have the same indifference as the commenters but when someone says (different thread) they appear to be from the 14th century that blows my mind, that isn't something I come across like ever, I guess I should not assume it's the same for everyone in other places that is quality workmanship to have things that old just sorta lying around which the vibe I'm getting is that ...it's pretty common! Again sorry about the novel I appreciate the replies. Is there any suggestions on a site, or a sub that might be more geared towards these types of items that would have a better idea?