Ritual ImplementsChinese16th-11th century BCE
Jade Ring with Four Cicadas
16th-11th century BCE
Dimensions
H. 2.6 x Diam. 5.6 x Thickness 0.5 cm (1 x 2 3/16 x 3/16 in.) Weight 75 g
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