Ritual ImplementsChinese19th-20th century
Primitive Jade Bird Silhouette
late 19th - early 20th century
Dimensions
H. 6.2 x W. 4 x D. 0.3 cm (2 7/16 x 1 9/16 x 1/8 in.) Weight 13 g
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