Ritual ImplementsChinese16th-14th century BCE
Jade Dagger-Axe in a Bronze Haft with Curved Butt
16th cent. BCE - 14th cent. BCE
Dimensions
23 x 7.5 x 0.5 cm (9 1/16 x 2 15/16 x 3/16 in.) unspecified: 171 g
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