Ritual ImplementsChinese11th-10th century BCE
Jade Fish Sihouette (one of a pair)
11th cent. BCE - 10th cent. BCE
Dimensions
9.8 x 1.3 x 0.3 cm (3 7/8 x 1/2 x 1/8 in.) unspecified: 8 g
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