Ritual ImplementsChinese12th-11th century BCE
Heavy Jade Dagger-Axe with Grooved Tang
12th cent. BCE - 11th cent. BCE
Dimensions
29.6 x 8.3 x 1 cm (11 5/8 x 3 1/4 x 3/8 in.) unspecified: 395 g
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