Ritual ImplementsChinese5th-3rd century BCE
Miniature Jade Animal Pendant
475 - 221 BCE
Dimensions
H. 2.3 x W. 1.2 x D. 0.5 cm (7/8 x 1/2 x 3/16 in.) Weight 2 g
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