Ritual ImplementsChinese
Miniature Notched Jade Axe
14th-10th century BCE
Dimensions
H. 3 x W. 2.8 x D. 0.2 cm (1 3/16 x 1 1/8 x 1/16 in.) Weight 4 g
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