Ritual ImplementsChinese3rd century BCE
Jade Cylindrical Tube (one of a pair)
3rd century BCE
Dimensions
L. 8.7 x Diam. 1.1 cm (3 7/16 x 7/16 in.) unspecified: 19 g
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