Ritual ImplementsChinese16th-11th century BCE
Jade Stylus with Bird Figure at the Top
c. 16th - c. 11th century BCE
Dimensions
H. 8 x W. 1.3 x D. 0.4 cm (3 1/8 x 1/2 x 3/16 in.) Weight 4 g
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