Riding EquipmentChinese3rd century BCE-3rd century CE
Chariot Axle Head or End-Cap (One of a Pair)
206 BCE - 220 CE
Dimensions
H. 4.3 × Diam. 4.3 cm (1 11/16 × 1 11/16 in.)
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