Ritual ImplementsChinese8th-5th century BCE
Jade Slit Tube
possibly 770 BCE - 476 BCE
Dimensions
H. 2.4 x W. 2.4 x Depth 0.8 cm (15/16 x 15/16 x 5/16 in.) Weight: 20 g
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