Ritual ImplementsChinese4th-3rd century BCE
Arched Jade Object Carved in Openwork
possibly 4th cent. BCE - 3rd cent. BCE
Dimensions
5.1 x 1.5 x 0.8 cm (2 x 9/16 x 5/16 in.) unspecified: 11 g
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