Ritual ImplementsChinese1st-3rd century CE
Jade Eye Cover (one of a pair)
25 CE - 220 CE
Dimensions
4.7 x 2.2 x 0.5 cm (1 7/8 x 7/8 x 3/16 in.) unspecified: 7 g
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