Ritual ImplementsChinese5th-1st century BCE
Jade Segment-Shaped Pendant
5th cent. BCE - 1st cent. BCE
Dimensions
8.2 x 2.2 x 0.9 cm (3 1/4 x 7/8 x 3/8 in.) unspecified: 30 g
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